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nillydog
Explorer | Level 3
2 years ago

I don't have access to my files. Couldn’t be opened because you don’t have permission to view.

All of a sudden I can no longer access my files in Dropbox. Why?

 

  • Mark's avatar
    Mark
    Icon for Super User II rankSuper User II

    We need more info here I'm afraid nillydog . Why? Whats happening? What can you see? Whats the error messages etc. 

  • nillydog's avatar
    nillydog
    Explorer | Level 3

    I keep all my recipes on Dropbox. When I go to access one I get this message: 

    The file “Skirt Steak with Calabrian Chile Chimichurri and Crispy Parmesan Potatoes Recipe.pdf” couldn’t be opened because you don’t have permission to view it.

    It is my file, Why don't I have permission? Thanks.

  • nillydog's avatar
    nillydog
    Explorer | Level 3

    Not sure if you saw my last post, but I have a folder for all my recipes on Dropbox. When  try to access one on my computer I gat this message: 

    The file “Garlic & Herb Roasted Shrimp Recipe | Ina Garten | Food Network.pdf” couldn’t be opened because you don’t have permission to view it. I do not get this message on my iPhone or my iPad, just my MacBook Pro.  Thanks for any help.

     

     

     

     

    • Megan's avatar
      Megan
      Icon for Dropbox Staff rankDropbox Staff

      Hi nillydog, let's jump right into this! 

       

      As a first step, could you send us a screenshot of the exact error you're getting so that we can have a visual too?

       

      Also, what is the desktop app's version and status as shown in your menu bar? 

       

      One more thing: can you try to quit the app, and check if you get the same error, while the app is closed?

       

      Keep me posted!