Complete Guide to Dropbox API Token Setup

Setting up a Dropbox API token is a straightforward process that allows you to access your Dropbox account programmatically.

To begin, you'll need to create an app on the Dropbox Developer Dashboard, which will provide you with a unique app key. This key is required to obtain an API token.

The API token is a unique string that grants access to your Dropbox account, allowing you to perform various actions such as file uploads and downloads.

You can obtain an API token by following the steps outlined in the Dropbox API documentation.

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To generate a Dropbox API access token, you'll need to visit the Dropbox Developer website and log in with your account details. You'll then click on the Create App button to start the process.

Head over to the Dropbox App Console, where you'll find a blue Create App button – click on this to create a new app. You'll be taken to your apps management page, where you'll need to give your API the correct permissions by clicking the Submit button on the Permissions tab.

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To enable full Dropbox permission, you'll need to select all the checkboxes and click the Submit button. This will allow your app to access all of Dropbox's features.

Once you've set up your app, go to the Settings tab and scroll down to the "Oauth" section. Here, you'll see the option to generate an access token – click the Generate button to create your token.

Your API token will be displayed on the page, and you'll need to copy it. If your token begins with a dash, don't worry – just refresh the page and try again.

To save your token, head over to your plugin's settings form and paste the token into the designated field. Click the Save Token button to establish a connection with Dropbox.

Here's a step-by-step guide to generating a Dropbox API access token:

Creating API Tokens is a straightforward process. You can obtain an access token without presenting the user with a confirmation page followed by a redirect.

To create a Dropbox API token that doesn't expire, you can use one of two methods. You can choose either.

First, create a new app in the Dropbox App Console by signing in to your Dropbox account and clicking the Create App button. Then, click the Create App button again.

Next, click through to the permissions tab and give your API the correct permissions. Click the Submit button to save the changes.

Head to the Settings tab and scroll down to the "Oauth" section. Here, you'll see the option to generate an access token. Set the expiration to "No Expiration" to ensure your token doesn't expire.

Click the Generate button to create your API token. Your token will be displayed, so be sure to copy it. If your token begins with a dash, refresh the page and try again.

You can now head over to your GridPane account to integrate your Dropbox API token. Click through to the Integrations page and select Backup Providers. Then, choose Dropbox from the list of available providers.

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