Unblock Downloaded File From Dropbox

Created by Steve Hill, Modified on Wed, 23 Aug, 2023 at 8:58 AM by Steve Hill

When downloading files from Dropbox, Windows will often block the file(s). If the files are not unblocked, this can be problematic to using the files.




1. Download the file from the Dropbox link

2. Windows 10: Right click on the file and select Properties.

    Windows 11: Right click on the file, choose Show More, select Properties

3. The following dialog will appear. See examples below:


4. If it does appear, select the button or Checkbox and click Apply. If nothing appears, the file is not blocked and you may close out of the dialog and proceed with using the file as desired.

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