Dropbox
File-sharing service that allows you to share files with people and synchronize to multiple devices.
Website: dropbox.com
File Under: Collaboration | Productivity
Uses:
- Access files from multiple devices, including computers, smartphones, and tablets
- Share files with others, even if they don’t have a Dropbox account
- Collaborate with teams on projects using shared files
- Scan documents with your mobile device and upload them directly into Dropbox
- Backup files safely on Dropbox’s cloud storage
- Request files from others regardless of whether or not they have a Dropbox account
Pros:
- Automatically syncs files to all devices
- Easy-to-use interface allows for quick file sharing and access
- Shared folders allow groups to collaborate on projects/presentations
- Dropbox Paper lets you engage in real-time collaboration/conversation on documents and manage tasks/projects
- Microsoft co-authoring allows multiple users to collaborate on the same Microsoft Office files in real-time
- Calendar syncs with Google
- Older versions of changed files can be accessed in Dropbox’s “Extended Version History” feature
Cons:
- Not a lot of storage offered in the free version (only 2 GB)
Pricing:
- Free plan: 2 GB
- Yearly plans: $8.25/month ($99), $12.50/month ($150)
- Nonprofit discount: must contact the Dropbox sales team: https://www.dropbox.com/business/contact
