Dropbox · Dropbox Privacy Policy

AI and Machine Learning Data Use

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Why it matters

Your files and behavior on Dropbox could be used to develop AI systems, raising questions about consent, data minimization, and the scope of use beyond storage.

Consumer impact

Dropbox collects extensive personal data including file contents, usage patterns, device identifiers, and contacts, and may use this data to train and improve AI and machine learning features. Business account administrators have significant control over employee accounts, including the ability to access, restrict, or delete content stored in those accounts. You can review and adjust your privacy settings, request data deletion, or opt out of certain data uses by visiting the Dropbox Privacy Settings page at dropbox.com/account/security.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Export Your Data
    Log in to your Dropbox account, navigate to Settings > Privacy, and review AI feature data use settings. Submit a data access or objection request through Dropbox's privacy request portal if available.

Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    The FTC has jurisdiction over deceptive or unfair data practices including undisclosed use of consumer data for AI training purposes.
    File a complaint →

Provision details

Document information
Document
Dropbox Privacy Policy
Entity
Dropbox
Document last updated
March 24, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 20, 2026
Last verified
March 20, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-001035
Document ID
CA-D-00196
Evidence Provenance
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Wayback Machine
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e79e0028df779e64383b66ccc3c4c5747677bf6476de9303c1206de45ecc82cc
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How to Cite
ConductAtlas Policy Archive
Entity: Dropbox | Document: Dropbox Privacy Policy | Record: CA-P-001035
Captured: 2026-03-20 04:47:54 UTC | SHA-256: e79e0028df779e64…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/dropbox/dropbox-privacy-policy/ai-and-machine-learning-data-use/
Accessed: April 4, 2026
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