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Dropbox · The beta Dropbox desktop client for macOS, packaged as the `dropbox@beta` Homebrew cask.

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Latest version275.3.35374 days ago · Oct 9
Download size384MBarm64 / x86_64
Release cadenceWeekly8 releases in 30 days

Dropbox is a Files and Storage app for Mac.

About

Dropbox is a desktop client for the Dropbox cloud storage service. This Homebrew entry installs the beta build of the macOS client, rather than the separate stable cask. The Dropbox Community build page lists beta and stable desktop builds and notes that the client receives regular updates and fixes.

  • Installs Dropbox.app in /Applications.
  • The supplied beta build notes include a fix for signing in to an additional Dropbox account from the tray menu in the streamlined desktop app.
  • This cask conflicts with the dropbox cask; choose one of them rather than installing both.

Install with brew install --cask dropbox@beta. This beta cask requires a kernel extension. If installation fails, enable the extension in System Settings → Privacy & Security, then retry. The installed app is the macOS desktop client; the build page also identifies the beta and stable release tracks.

Sources: Dropbox Desktop Client Builds · Homebrew cask

New What’s new in 275.3.3537 From Homebrew commits

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Install and uninstall

Homebrew installs the app in your Applications folder.

Install without Homebrew

Download the file Homebrew uses for your chip: Apple siliconIntel

SHA-256 only checks that the download is complete; it is not a security certification. See the SHA-256 and download address

Uninstall command
$ brew uninstall --cask \      dropbox@beta

A regular uninstall removes the app and keeps its settings and caches.

Deep clean (optional)
$ brew uninstall --zap --cask \      dropbox@beta

--zap also deletes the settings, caches and other files listed in the Homebrew definition. They can include data shared with other apps and cannot be restored, and it does not guarantee that nothing is left.See which files are removed

Facts and sources

Version 275.3.3537
Recorded by Homebrew on Oct 9

Questions

How do I update Dropbox?

Dropbox updates itself. brew upgrade skips it by default; run brew upgrade --cask --greedy dropbox@beta when you need to.

Can I install Dropbox without Homebrew?

Yes, download it from the official website, www.dropboxforum.com/t5/Dropbox-desktop-client-builds/bd-p/101003016.

Caveats

dropbox@beta requires a kernel extension to work.
If the installation fails, retry after you enable it in:
  System Settings → Privacy & Security

For more information, refer to vendor documentation or this Apple Technical Note:
  https://developer.apple.com/library/content/technotes/tn2459/_index.html