How do I start using Dropbox?

You can easily back up your Quicken files with Dropbox; to get started, just follow the steps below.  Note: if you want to share your Quicken file between computers using Dropbox, please read this FAQ first.

1. Go to Dropbox.com and sign up for a free account: dropbox.com/register
2. Install the Dropbox app on your Windows or Mac computer: dropbox.com/install
3. After installing the app, you'll find a new Dropbox folder on your computer. Anything you place in that folder will automatically back up to Dropbox.

For step-by-step instructions on backing up to Dropbox, see the articles below:

• How do I backup my Quicken file using Dropbox on Windows?
• How do I backup my Quicken file using Dropbox on Mac?

Dropbox also has detailed Help and Getting Started instructions at their website:

• dropbox.com/help - Dropbox Help Center
• youtube.com/dropbox - Introductions to Drobox and How-to videos 
• dropbox.com/support - Guided help for specific questions
• dropbox.com/tour/ - a simple tour of Dropbox features

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