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Dropbox node#

Use the Dropbox node to automate work in Dropbox, and integrate Dropbox with other applications. n8n has built-in support for a wide range of Dropbox features, including creating, downloading, moving, and copying files and folders.

On this page, you'll find a list of operations the Dropbox node supports and links to more resources.

Credentials

Refer to Dropbox credentials for guidance on setting up authentication.

Operations#

  • File
    • Copy a file
    • Delete a file
    • Download a file
    • Move a file
    • Upload a file
  • Folder
    • Copy a folder
    • Create a folder
    • Delete a folder
    • Return the files and folders in a given folder
    • Move a folder
  • Search
    • Query

Templates and examples#

Nightly n8n backup to Dropbox

by Joey D’Anna

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n8n workflow backup management with Dropbox and Airtable

by Shrey

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Compress binary files to zip format

by ghagrawal17

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Browse Dropbox integration templates, or search all templates

What to do if your operation isn't supported#

If this node doesn't support the operation you want to do, you can use the HTTP Request node to call the service's API.

You can use the credential you created for this service in the HTTP Request node:

  1. In the HTTP Request node, select Authentication > Predefined Credential Type.
  2. Select the service you want to connect to.
  3. Select your credential.

Refer to Custom API operations for more information.