How to send a dropbox link
- George Apostolov
How to send a dropbox link: step-by-step guide
Login to your Dropbox account.
Hover over the file with which you want to share the link and click the 3 dots.
Select "Share" and click "Share with Dropbox."
Click on "Copy link."
Now select "Setting."
Edit the settings accordingly and choose "Save."
Enter the email address of the person you want to share the file with. Add notes as necessary and click "Share file" to finish.
Quick answer: To send a dropbox link in Dropbox, login to your account, hover over the file, click the three dots, and select Share. Next, copy the link, adjust settings and save, then enter the recipient's email address, add any necessary notes, and click Share file to finish.
About this Dropbox tutorial
Easily share files in Dropbox by generating links, updating settings, and emailing recipients directly from your account. This guide shows how to send a dropbox link in 7 steps, starting with "Login to your Dropbox account" and finishing with "Enter the email address of the person you want to share the file with. Add notes as nec...". 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 send a dropbox link?
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 send files via dropbox, How to set up dropbox and How to Share a Dropbox Folder. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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