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Running Ubuntu on a Dell XPS, dual-booting with Windows that I hardly use. I encrypted my home folder when installing 16.04, and now Dropbox won't sync anymore as they no longer support .ecryptfs.

What's the simplest solution so that I can keep using Dropbox? (I would consider switching but I share folders with other people who use it so it's more convenient to stick with it.)

I came across this solution: https://www.reddit.com/r/Ubuntu/comments/9b1qyk/dropbox_syncing_stopping_in_november/e50a17j/ , but I'm worried that I might erase the dropbox folder I already have.

I'm still a bit of a newbie and get a bit nervous when messing around with filesystems, so I'd appreciate any detailed tips. Thanks in advance.

nonreligious
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What's the simplest solution so that I can keep using Dropbox?

The simplest solution is not at all simple, but if you wish to try anyway see this answer for how to stop protecting your home directory using encryption:

"How to stop using built-in home directory encryption?"

Alternatively, stop using Ubuntu and switch to an operating system that is better supported by Dropbox, such as Windows or macOS. You'll have to decide which is a higher priority for you, basic security for your data on Ubuntu or the ability to keep using Dropbox (running on something else).

Tom Brossman
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