Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago

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What does sync mean? In this explainer, we’ll show how file sync keeps data up to date across your phone, computer, and the cloud—and what happens when sync is paused or turned off.

You’ll also learn the difference between sync and backup, why files can go out of sync, and how Dropbox helps keep files updated across devices with version history for recovery.

Learn more about Dropbox sync:
dropbox.com/features/sync

Read the full guide on file syncing:
dropbox.com/resources/what-does-sync-mean

Chapters:
0:00 What does sync mean?
0:18 How file sync works
0:40 Sync vs. backup
0:58 Syncing files with Dropbox
1:32 Recap

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