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Safely store personal information online

Dropbox Vault helps you secure and organize your most sensitive information in the cloud. Vault is a PIN-protected folder in your Dropbox account that you can access any time and on any device.

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Safeguard your sensitive documents

Add an extra layer of security for your passport, will, and pay stubs so they’ll stay organized and safe from phishing scams, data breaches, and unauthorized access due to device loss or identity theft.

The mobile interface for Dropbox Vault that includes a blue button labeled “scan a document” and several different file types that are saved in the Vault.
Keep files for loved ones within reach

Prepare for emergencies and other life moments by storing important documents in one central spot. Grant emergency access to a loved one by setting them as a trusted contact.

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Access your vault on the go

Add and view your sensitive data from any device: Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. Easily find your sensitive documents when you need them the most.

The mobile interface for Dropbox Vault that includes a blue button labeled “scan a document” and several different file types that are saved in the Vault.

Frequently asked questions

Your Vault folder can only be accessed using your PIN. Files stored in Vault won’t appear anywhere else in your Dropbox account, so your vault is an extra-secure place to store your personal documents.

Any files that include personal or sensitive information—like your Social Security number, driver’s license number, passport number, date of birth, or home address—can be added to Vault for extra security.

You can access your Vault files from desktop and mobile devices with apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, and from any web browser at dropbox.com.

Vault secures your private information online with PIN-protected access to your files. To protect your privacy, content added to your vault doesn’t appear anywhere else in your Dropbox account, so only you have access to those files—even if someone gets access to your device or your Dropbox account.