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Dropbox Security and Recovery System
As we have discussed earlier, Dropbox is more than just a simple file storage and sharing
software. If done correctly, you can combine your Dropbox features with several other apps
and you can get a lot more functionality. Here in this chapter we will talk about the security
that Dropbox provides to its users and about some of its features like recovery system and
link sharing feature.
Security Tips: More Secure Dropbox
Dropbox is known for its security and encryption all over the world. You must be thinking
about the news and other articles that say Dropbox isn't secure to store your important files.
Those articles are true in their own sense but keep in mind no matter how much security a
software offers, there always will be someone looking for a hole in their security and they
will succeed one way or another. So to look at the security of Dropbox from that perspect-
ive is not fair because Dropbox does provide a great level of encryption and it uses a secure
HTTP connection for all your downloads. These are one of the best security precautions that
anyone can take these days. Along with all these security measures now Dropbox is introdu-
cing 2-step verification system which makes your Dropbox files even more secure.
The 2-step verification system makes sure that an attacker won't simply be able to get into
your Dropbox with your password. This newly added 2-step verification system allows a
user to add a new layer of security to your Dropbox account hence making it even more
difficult for an attacker to get into your personal files. This verification system needs your
mobile number which is then used to send you a 6-digit security code via text. On the other
hand if you prefer downloading an Authenticator app that would be a plus because that app
generates security codes locally on your phone. You can setup your 2-step verification se-
curity by simply going to the settings. Upon enabling the 2-step verification system Dropbox
will give you a code, more specifically an emergency backup code that will be used in cases
of mobile theft. So save that code somewhere safe and if you ever lose your phone then you
can always use that code to get access to your Dropbox.
Recovery System: Recover Deleted Files
Dropbox comes with a built-in recovery system which should never be underestimated. The
recovery system that Dropbox provides is quite a strong one as it can keep your
