# What is the best way for files stored in Dropbox to prevent ransomware attacks?

Ransomware attacks are common these days. Will my files be safe in Dropbox if my laptop gets infected by ransomware?

##### Post Metadata
- Posted at: almost 5 years ago
- Author title: Civil Engineering Undergraduate 
- Net upvotes: 1


## Comments
### Comment 1

use from windoes backup service (file history) and set your important file autobackup on dropbox folder 
disable all apps access to dropbox folder except dropbox

##### Comment Metadata
- Posted at: almost 5 years ago
- Author title: ui/ux designer,teacher




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