How Do I Create a Public Folder in Dropbox
- George Apostolov
How Do I Create a Public Folder in Dropbox: step-by-step guide
Go to Dropbox and click Create folder.
Name the folder and click Create.
Open the folder and upload the files you want to share.
Once the upload is done, click Share to collaborate.
Choose "Can edit" or "Can view" from the dropdown.
Click Create and copy link to share it publicly wherever needed.
Anyone with the link can access the folder without needing a Dropbox account.
Quick answer: To create a public folder in Dropbox, create and name a new folder, upload your files, click Share, set permissions to edit or view, and click Create to copy the public link that anyone can access without an account.
About this Dropbox tutorial
Share files publicly using Dropbox by creating a folder, uploading content, setting permissions, and copying the shareable link for anyone. This guide covers how Do I Create a Public Folder in Dropbox in 7 steps, starting with "Go to Dropbox and click Create folder" and finishing with "Anyone with the link can access the folder without needing a Dropbox account". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Dropbox interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does how Do I Create a Public Folder in Dropbox take?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Dropbox data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Dropbox. Related guides: How Do I Edit a Dropbox File, How Do I Look at All Previous History on Dropbox and How Do I Move Files from Dropbox to Google Drive. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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