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onnokramer
Helpful | Level 6
3 years ago
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Storage space does not match the actual used space?

Storage space does not match the actual used space? I use dropbox already for a decade approximately and in general, I'm very happy with the free account. Mostly I share files with students (temp...
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    onnokramer
    3 years ago

    Dear all,

    DB is allowed on 3 devices. I saw on one of them a hidden file and after I deleted that the acount space matches

    So I solved it myself

    take care

    Onno Kramer

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Jay
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3 years ago

Hi onnokramer, do you have a backup taking up space on your account on this page?

onnokramer's avatar
onnokramer
Helpful | Level 6
3 years ago

Dear all,

DB is allowed on 3 devices. I saw on one of them a hidden file and after I deleted that the acount space matches

So I solved it myself

take care

Onno Kramer

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    Jay
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    3 years ago

    Glad to hear you were able to resolve the issue. If you need any further assistance in the future, please let me know.

     

    Enjoy the remainder of your week!

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