Can I access Dropbox on my mobile device?

Once you've created and set up your Dropbox account, you can access this, and your Dropbox files, with the mobile app for your phone or tablet (including Android, iPhone, and iPad). Alternatively, you can log into dropbox.com on your mobile device in any mobile browser app.

The Dropbox mobile app is free and lets you:

• Access all your Dropbox files and folders
• Upload files and photos to Dropbox
• Browse and preview files in Dropbox
• Use third-party apps to open and edit files
• Take photos and videos using your built-in camera and save them directly to Dropbox
• Make important files available for offline access
• Share your files with links

How to access your Dropbox account in the Dropbox mobile app

To access your Dropbox account by downloading the Dropbox mobile app:

1. Open your mobile device.
2. Download the Dropbox mobile app:
   • Android: Download the Dropbox mobile app from Google Play.
   • iPhone/iPad: Download the Dropbox mobile app from the App Store.
3. Log into the Dropbox mobile app with your Dropbox account. 

Once you’ve downloaded the mobile app, you can find Dropbox on your home screen. If you use an iOS device, you can add the Dropbox widget to your Today view for easy access.

If you have the Dropbox mobile app downloaded on your iPhone or iPad but can’t find it, learn how to locate the Dropbox app.

Learn more

• How to customize your home screen in the Dropbox mobile app
• How to upload files to Dropbox on a mobile device
• Why aren't my photos appearing in the Dropbox mobile app?