How to Empty Dropbox
- George Apostolov
How to Empty Dropbox: step-by-step guide
Visit www.dropbox.com and log in.
Open All files tab.
Select all the files or folders you want to delete.
Click the trash can icon or right-click and select Delete.
Confirm by clicking Delete.
Go to Deleted files in the left menu.
Select the files and click Permanently delete.
Quick answer: To clear space in Dropbox, log in at www.dropbox.com and open the All files tab. Select the files or folders you want to delete, click the trash can icon or right-click to select Delete, and confirm. Finally, go to Deleted files in the left menu, select the items, and click Permanently delete.
About this Dropbox tutorial
Permanently clear unwanted files and folders from your Dropbox account by moving them to trash and deleting them forever. This guide shows how to empty Dropbox in 7 steps, starting with "Visit www.dropbox.com and log in" and finishing with "Select the files and click Permanently delete ". 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 it take to empty Dropbox?
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 to find payment history on dropbox, How to Force Dropbox to Sync and How to Free Up Space in Dropbox. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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