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Fix: Your Computer is Currently Offline Dropbox Error
Disabling the in-app proxy setting should eliminate this error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Dropboxis one of the most popularcloud storageplatforms in the world. However, it is not free from issues, with some users reporting Your computer is currently offline error on Dropbox.
Fortunately, this issue has a series of workarounds, as shown in the following sections of this guide.
What does the Dropbox No Internet connection message mean?
Listed below are some of the potential causes of the Dropbox Your computer is currently offline error:
How can I fix Dropbox Your computer is currently offline error?
Below are some basic troubleshooting steps you need to perform before delving into the sophisticated fixes below:
1. Disable your firewall and firewall
If you are getting your computer is currently offline on Dropbox, disable your antivirus and firewall. If you have a third-party antivirus, you can turn it off by right-clicking the icon on the taskbar and selectingDisable.
After syncing your Dropbox files, you should re-enable the security tools.
2. Use an alternative to Dropbox
While Dropbox is among the most popular cloud storage services in the world, that doesn’t mean you can’t use alternatives when it becomes unavailable.
In the case at hand, if all solutions fail and you can not use Dropbox in the foreseeable future, then a good alternative is Sync.
This cloud storage tool boasts incredible security features and immense flexibility regarding how easily you can access your cloud content.
Sync
3. Disable proxy inDropbox‘s settings
Another thing we’re going to try is disabling the proxy in Dropbox’s settings. This has fixed your computer is currently offline on Dropbox.
4. Flush DNS and reset Winsock
Maybe Dropbox isn’t the problem after all. So, let’s leave it for a moment and restore the network protocols to default settings.
5. Use the Store app troubleshooter
If you’re using the UWP version of Dropbox, you can use the Windows Store app troubleshooter to check and resolve issues with the app. This should show you the cause of your computer’s currently offline Dropbox problem and recommend potential solutions.
That’s about it. We certainly hope one of these solutions helped you resolve your computer’s offline connection issue on Dropbox.
IfDropbox is not syncing on your PC, check our comprehensive guide for effective solutions to apply.
Feel free to let us know the solution that helped us solve the problem in the comments below.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
