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Dropbox
Overview
Summary
Data Collection: Dropbox accesses, stores, and scans your files, content, messages, and other data ('Your Stuff') in order to provide features like hosting, backup, sharing, and content previews. You grant Dropbox permission to do these things.
User Rights: You retain ownership of 'Your Stuff', but Dropbox needs certain permissions to provide the services. You are responsible for complying with the Acceptable Use Policy and copyright laws. Dropbox may review your content and conduct for policy violations.
Limitations Of Liability: Dropbox disclaims certain warranties and limits its liability, except where prohibited by law. It will not be liable for indirect, special, or consequential damages, or for loss of profit, business, or data. Dropbox's maximum liability is the greater of $20 USD or 100% of your Paid Account fees.
Cancellation And Termination: You may cancel your Paid Account at any time, but refunds are limited. Dropbox may suspend or terminate your access to the services if it believes you have breached the terms, your use poses a risk, or you have not accessed the services in 12 months.
Potential Dangers
- Dropbox has broad permissions to access, store, and scan your data, which could be seen as excessive data collection.
- The limitations of liability section significantly restricts Dropbox's accountability, even for negligence or breach of contract, which may be unfavorable to users.
Overall Assessment
The Dropbox Terms of Service contain some potentially unfavorable terms for users, particularly around the broad data collection permissions and significant limitations on Dropbox's liability. While users retain ownership of their data, Dropbox has significant control and discretion in how it handles and manages that data. Users should carefully review the terms before agreeing to them.
Website Stats
Description: Dropbox simplifies your workflow to enhance productivity.
Category: Technology
Last Time TOS Updated: 6/7/2024