# How Do I Stop a Dropbox Upload

> To stop a Dropbox upload, first visit the website and log in. Next, upload a file or folder. Finally, click Cancel next to the uploading file in the progress bar to stop the upload directly.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-do-i-stop-a-dropbox-upload/
Apps: Dropbox
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a004c243f01ed60a4df36/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Visit www.dropbox.com and log in.
2. Upload a file or folder.
3. Click Cancel next to the uploading file in the progress bar.
4. You can stop a Dropbox upload by canceling it directly