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Dropbox

File hosting service by Dropbox, Inc. offering cloud storage and file synchronization; founded in 2007 by MIT students Drew Houston and Arash Ferdowsi.

Pricing: 9.99 USD · Updated 2026-09-03

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Pros

  • Plus plan includes 2 TB of storage for one person
  • Apps for Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and iOS
  • Free account available (freemium model)

Cons

  • Free account storage is limited
  • Standard and Advanced business plans are billed per user per month

Alternatives

TrelloDropbox vs Trello

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FAQ

Does Dropbox have a free plan?

Yes. Dropbox uses a freemium model: a free account with limited storage is available, while the paid Plus plan includes 2 TB (price checked 2026-09-03).

On which platforms can I use Dropbox?

Dropbox offers apps for Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and iOS, plus web access.

What are good alternatives to Dropbox?

Trello is covered on this site as an alternative workspace, though Dropbox focuses on file storage.

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