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# Dropbox Integration

> Send faxes directly from Dropbox without downloads

The PayPerFax Dropbox integration lets you send faxes directly from your Dropbox account without downloading files or switching between apps.

## Add to Dropbox

<CardGroup cols={1}>
  <Card title="Fax via PayPerFax" icon="dropbox" href="https://fax.payperfax.com/auth/dropbox" color="#0061FF">
    Install the Dropbox integration with one click
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Key features

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Send Without Leaving Dropbox" icon="mouse-pointer" color="#2563EB">
    Right-click any supported file and send it as a fax in seconds
  </Card>

  <Card title="Secure OAuth Authorization" icon="shield-check" color="#16A34A">
    Connect your Dropbox once through secure OAuth. Your files stay private.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Pay Only on Success" icon="dollar-sign" color="#F59E0B">
    Like all PayPerFax services, you only pay when your fax transmits successfully
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## How it works

<Info>
  **First time only:** You'll authorize PayPerFax to access your Dropbox files through a secure OAuth connection. This one-time authorization takes seconds and ensures your files remain private.
</Info>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Right-click and share">
    Navigate to any folder in dropbox.com containing a PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, or TIF file. Right-click the file you want to fax, select "Share" from the context menu, then choose "Fax via PayPerFax".
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter fax number and preview">
    You're redirected to PayPerFax where you enter the destination fax number and preview your fax. The preview shows exactly what will be sent and the guaranteed price.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Pay and send">
    Complete payment at \$2.00 for up to 3 pages. Once paid, your fax transmits immediately and you receive email confirmation with a PDF copy.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Why use the Dropbox integration?

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="No file downloads" icon="download">
    Keep your workflow in Dropbox without the usual download-upload cycle. Send faxes directly from your cloud storage.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Supported file formats" icon="file">
    Works with PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, and TIF files stored in your Dropbox. Same format support as the main PayPerFax service.

    <Info>
      For detailed file requirements, see [File Requirements](/sending-faxes/file-requirements).
    </Info>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="One-time authorization" icon="key">
    Connect once through secure OAuth, then fax whenever you need. No repeated logins or authorizations required.

    **How OAuth works:**

    * PayPerFax never sees your Dropbox password
    * You control which files PayPerFax can access
    * You can revoke access anytime from your Dropbox settings
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Transparent pricing" icon="tag">
    Same pricing as the main PayPerFax service:

    * \$2.00 for up to 3 pages
    * \$0.75 per additional page
    * No charges for failed transmissions

    See [Pricing Structure](/pricing/pricing) for detailed examples.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Email confirmation" icon="envelope">
    Receive detailed transmission records for every fax sent, including:

    * Confirmation of successful delivery
    * Transmission timestamp
    * Destination number
    * PDF copy of what was sent
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Works worldwide" icon="globe">
    Send faxes to any valid fax number in 130+ countries. See [Country Coverage](/features/country-coverage) for the complete list.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Security & privacy

<Accordion title="How secure is the Dropbox integration?" icon="lock">
  PayPerFax uses industry-standard OAuth 2.0 to connect with Dropbox:

  **What this means:**

  * PayPerFax never has access to your Dropbox password
  * You explicitly authorize which files PayPerFax can access
  * You can revoke access at any time from your Dropbox account settings
  * All file transfers are encrypted with SSL

  **What PayPerFax accesses:**

  * Only files you explicitly choose to fax
  * No other files in your Dropbox
  * No folder browsing or file listing

  **Data retention:**
  Documents are automatically deleted from PayPerFax servers within 30 days, just like documents uploaded through the web interface.

  <Info>
    See [Service Features](/features/service-features) for complete security details.
  </Info>
</Accordion>

## Dropbox vs. manual upload

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  <Card title="Dropbox Integration" icon="dropbox">
    **Advantages:**

    * No file downloads needed
    * Streamlined workflow
    * Stay in Dropbox interface
    * Right-click convenience

    **Considerations:**

    * Requires one-time OAuth authorization
    * Only works with dropbox.com (not desktop app)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Manual Upload" icon="browser">
    **Advantages:**

    * No authorization needed
    * Works with any file source
    * Direct control over uploads
    * Works from any device

    **Considerations:**

    * Requires downloading from cloud storage first
    * Multiple steps (download, navigate, upload)
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Tip>
  Both methods offer the same pricing, reliability, and pay-on-success guarantee. Choose based on your workflow preference.
</Tip>

## Frequently asked questions

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  <Accordion title="Does this work with the Dropbox desktop app?" icon="desktop">
    No, the integration currently only works through the Dropbox website (dropbox.com). You need to use your web browser to access the right-click menu option.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I revoke access later?" icon="ban">
    Yes. You can revoke PayPerFax's access to your Dropbox at any time:

    1. Go to dropbox.com/account/connected\_apps
    2. Find "PayPerFax" in the list
    3. Click "Remove access"

    You can re-authorize anytime if you want to use the integration again.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What file size limits apply?" icon="weight-scale">
    The same 8MB file size limit applies as with manual uploads. If your Dropbox file exceeds 8MB, consider compressing it or splitting it into multiple faxes.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I need a Dropbox paid account?" icon="circle-question">
    No. The PayPerFax integration works with free Dropbox accounts and all paid Dropbox plans.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Get started

<Card title="Add to Dropbox" icon="dropbox" href="https://fax.payperfax.com/auth/dropbox" horizontal>
  Connect your Dropbox account and start faxing in seconds
</Card>

## Related topics

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Google Drive Integration" icon="google-drive" href="/features/google-drive-integration">
    Send faxes directly from Google Drive
  </Card>

  <Card title="Browser Extension" icon="puzzle-piece" href="/features/browser-extension">
    Track faxes in real-time with our browser extension
  </Card>

  <Card title="Step-by-Step Guide" icon="list-check" href="/sending-faxes/step-by-step-guide">
    Complete instructions for sending faxes
  </Card>

  <Card title="Service Features" icon="sparkles" href="/features/service-features">
    All PayPerFax features and capabilities
  </Card>
</CardGroup>