Dropbox

In general terms Dropbox is a software of excellence, that adorns professionalism and quality in each one of its characteristics. It is a versatile tool, which provides flexibility and accessibility in all senses. The development of reports and documents is essential for my work, and the fact of being able to do a work in collaboration with my team makes it much more than incredible, also thanks to the high level of accessibility from any device, which accelerates the management of work.

Puntos a favor

Incredible and authentic, a unique software in what it does. It has a wonderful potential to share files, documents and videos to any user that I want to send my information to. I have the confidence to synchronize with other devices in a very safe way all my information and important data that I have stored, in this way increases the accessibility from where it is at any time. Another important feature that can not be overlooked is that it allows me to make backup copies of each of my files and upload them to the cloud, this way I have enough backup in case of any emergency and it gives me the opportunity to go to them when you need them accessing from any computer or mobile device. It has very complete and easy-to-use tools, with an intuitive and innovative interface.

Puntos en contra

There are small errors and problems that I have presented during the use of the software in my work. When sharing project documents with colleagues, we could not edit project documents at the same time, because it is a problem or two copies of the same file are created. Another drawback I have presented is because Dropbox is based on the new, and if I do not have a good internet connection, which is fast and secure, I can not access my files.

Dropbox is a great workspace to storage and organize any kind of files. It increases my productivity every day. I installed it on every device I use, both for work and personal purposes and I cannot live without it. In just a few clicks I can upload, download or view the files I need. The sharing possibility with everyone is a salvation when working with other teammates or external customers.

Puntos a favor

It is a complete online file sharing and storage service. You can register for free to Dropbox basic or you can decide to upgrade to Dropbox PLus (1TB of space) or to subscribe to the Dropbox Business Plan available in three different variants: Standard - Advanced - Enterprise. The Business Plan includes 30 days of free trial.

By creating a Dropbox Basic account you get 2GB of space for free. You can increase your space by completing some steps provided by Dropbox, such as: Dropbox App installation on your device, referral programme, and so on. The Business Plan offers 3TB of space and many other additional features you might find on the website.

You can easily upload, download and view your files that are stored in one single space and that could be always accessible and shareable with anyone through a simple web link.

The files could be sort in specific folders and each folder could be shared with different person. One space, multiple uses. When you delete a file you can recover it for a certain time (determine by the active plan).

Thanks to Dropbox’s Smart Sync, your devices will always be synchronized and your files always available.

Delta-updates cleverly manage amended files. When you edit a single word of an already uploaded file, Dropbox will only upload the variation preserving the rest.

LAN syncing among devices on the same local network

You can set specific privacy conditions to each file you upload or share.

Puntos en contra

Commercial initiatives to push users switching to paid plans are very intrusive. No business invoice for Plus, only for Pro. That makes not so much sense to me and could be a big issue for the company. It has a free useful alternative, not so advanced but really valuable: Google Drive.