DropBox Connector for AI agents.

Q: How do I find my DropBox Access Token?

Create a new app in the DropBox App Console and click 'Generate' under the 'Generated access token' section. Copy and paste it below.

Q: Can the agent search for specific files?

Yes. Use the searchfiles tool providing a query string. Your agent will return all matching files and folders from your entire account instantly.

10 live capabilities

Manage cloud files and shared links through your agent.

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Why people use DropBox

DropBox for Cloud Storage File Auditing

With this Connector, you can just ask your agent to do the digging for you. You can request a full audit of your folders or search for specific files across your entire account in seconds. You get a clear picture of your data without ever having to click a single button.

What Vinkius changes

You get a conversational interface for your entire cloud storage system.

Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.

One account · 6,100+ Connectors

Real-world use case 01

The messy folder problem

An editor has 50 files in one folder.
Real-world use case 02

The missing file hunt

A manager can't find a contract.
Real-world use case 03

The sharing hurdle

A freelancer needs a link.

Complete set · 10capabilities

The complete DropBox capability set.

These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with DropBox.

Capability set01 / 03

01—04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 10 available through DropBox.

01 Capability
List folder
List contents of a DropBox folder. This is how your agent sees what is inside any directory.
02 Capability
Copy item
Copy a file or folder. Use this to duplicate assets to different locations without manual downloads.
03 Capability
Create folder
Create a new folder in DropBox. This allows your agent to build out your directory structure via text.
04 Capability
Create shared link
Create a shared link for a path. This lets you generate public access URLs for clients instantly.

Capability set02 / 03

05—07

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 10 available through DropBox.

05 Capability
Delete item
Delete a file or folder. Use this to clear out old data and manage your storage capacity.
06 Capability
Get current user
Get current DropBox account details. This helps your agent confirm which account it is currently managing.
07 Capability
Get metadata
Get metadata for a file or folder. Use this to see file sizes and paths for a more detailed audit.

Capability set03 / 03

08—10

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 10 available through DropBox.

08 Capability
List shared links
List shared links. Use this to see all the public access points you have created for your files.
09 Capability
Move item
Move a file or folder. This is the primary way to reorganize your files into new directories.
10 Capability
Search files
Search for files or folders. This lets your agent find any specific item across your entire account.

Set up in minutes

One URL. Then ask DropBox to work.

Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use DropBox from the conversation.

Choose your client

Live preview

Advanced clients IDE · CLI

Claude · Web + desktop

Official guide ↗

Connector URL · ready to paste

Streamable HTTP

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kp5ukrlSg7EamlQQHr5ZQ2z6nXQ0D3hUlwaIcPVl/mcp

Step 01

Open Connectors

In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
Step 02

Add the URL

Choose Add custom connector, name it DropBox, and paste the URL above.
Step 03

Turn it on in chat

Select +, open Connectors, and enable DropBox for the conversation.

ChatGPT · Web + desktop

Official guide ↗

Connector URL · ready to paste

Streamable HTTP

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kp5ukrlSg7EamlQQHr5ZQ2z6nXQ0D3hUlwaIcPVl/mcp

Step 01

Open MCP settings

On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
Step 02

Add the URL

Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the DropBox URL.
Step 03

Save and start

Save the connection and enable DropBox in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.

Cursor · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dropbox-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kp5ukrlSg7EamlQQHr5ZQ2z6nXQ0D3hUlwaIcPVl/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
Step 02

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
Step 03

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
Step 04

Start using DropBox

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using DropBox, help me...". 10 tools available

VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dropbox-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kp5ukrlSg7EamlQQHr5ZQ2z6nXQ0D3hUlwaIcPVl/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Create MCP config

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
Step 02

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above
Step 03

Enable Agent mode

Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
Step 04

Start using DropBox

Ask Copilot: "Using DropBox, help me...". 10 tools available

Windsurf · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dropbox-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kp5ukrlSg7EamlQQHr5ZQ2z6nXQ0D3hUlwaIcPVl/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open MCP Settings

Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
Step 02

Add the server

Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
Step 03

Save and reload

Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
Step 04

Start using DropBox

Open Cascade and ask: "Using DropBox, help me...". 10 tools available

Cline · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dropbox-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kp5ukrlSg7EamlQQHr5ZQ2z6nXQ0D3hUlwaIcPVl/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open Cline MCP Settings

Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
Step 02

Add remote server

Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
Step 03

Enable the server

Toggle the server switch to ON
Step 04

Start using DropBox

Ask Cline: "Using DropBox, help me...". 10 tools available

Claude Code · Terminal command

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

claude mcp add dropbox-alternative --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kp5ukrlSg7EamlQQHr5ZQ2z6nXQ0D3hUlwaIcPVl/mcp"

Step 01

Install Claude Code

Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Step 02

Add the Connector

Run the command above in your terminal
Step 03

Verify the connection

Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Step 04

Start using DropBox

Ask Claude: "Using DropBox, show me...". 10 tools are ready

Where the request belongs

Work DropBox can move forward.

Built around the request

This is for the media professional or operations lead who is tired of clicking through dozens of folders to find one asset or manage permissions for a large team.

Asset Manager

Organizes large media libraries and moves files into project folders during a busy production week.

Operations Lead

Checks if the marketing team uploaded the correct assets to the shared folder before a launch.

Content Creator

Generates public links for portfolio pieces and audits media sizes to stay under storage limits.

Business Owner

Queries the account for specific project files to check progress across different departments.

Build the capability set

Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.

Browse Connectors

01 12 capabilities

Dropbox

Manage cloud storage via Dropbox. list folders, search files, handle shared links, and monitor space usage directly from any AI agent.

View Connector

02 12 capabilities

Dropbox Paper

Manage collaborative docs via Dropbox Paper. create documents, search content, handle shared links, and move files directly from any AI agent.

View Connector

03 12 capabilities

Google Drive: Folders & Shared Drives

Manage your Drive hierarchy. organize folders, manage Shared Drives, and create shortcuts via AI.

View Connector

04 15 capabilities

Google Drive

Manage your files. search, create, share, and organize your Google Drive via AI.

View Connector

05 8 capabilities

Files.com

Sync, share, and automate file workflows across teams with secure cloud storage that integrates with your existing capabilities.

View Connector

06 12 capabilities

Zoho WorkDrive

Manage files, folders, and team workspaces via Zoho WorkDrive directly from your AI agent.

View Connector

Bring your own AI

Change the model, client or framework. Keep DropBox connected.

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Zed
Continue
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Goose
Void
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Amp
Qodo
Tabnine
Pieces
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Warp
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Raycast
Jan
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AnythingLLM
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Msty
Cherry Studio
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Vercel AI SDK

Before you connect

Questions about DropBox.

The practical details behind the request, access and result.

Can the DropBox MCP help me organize my files?

Yes, it lets your agent move files and folders into specific directories for you. You can describe the organization you want, and your agent handles the moves.

How do I use DropBox MCP to share folders?

Your agent can generate shared links for any path in your account. You just ask for a link for a specific folder, and it creates it for you.

Can my agent find specific files in my DropBox?

It can search your entire account for files or folders based on names or keywords. This is perfect for finding assets buried in deep folder structures.

Does DropBox MCP support folder auditing?

Yes, it can list the contents of any folder and retrieve metadata like file sizes. This makes it easy to see what's taking up your storage.

How does DropBox MCP handle shared links?

It can list all your existing shared links so you can audit who has access to your files and see what links are currently active.

Can I use DropBox MCP to move files between folders?

Absolutely. Your agent can move files or folders to different paths, allowing you to reorganize your entire storage structure via chat.

How do I find my DropBox Access Token?

Create a new app in the DropBox App Console and click 'Generate' under the 'Generated access token' section. Copy and paste it below.

Can the agent search for specific files?

Yes. Use the search_files capability providing a query string. Your agent will return all matching files and folders from your entire account instantly.

Is it possible to generate a shared link via the agent?

Yes. The create_shared_link capability allows your agent to generate a public URL for any file or folder by providing its path.

One connection away

Give your agent a direct line to DropBox.

Connect DropBox once. Keep it beside 6,100+ managed Connectors when the next task needs more.

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DropBox for Cloud Storage File Auditing

You get a conversational interface for your entire cloud storage system.

The messy folder problem

The missing file hunt

The sharing hurdle

List folder

Copy item

Create folder

Create shared link

Delete item

Get current user

Get metadata

List shared links

Move item

Search files

Open Connectors

Add the URL

Turn it on in chat

Open MCP settings

Add the URL

Save and start

Open MCP Settings

Add the server config

Save the file

Start using DropBox

Create MCP config

Add the server config

Enable Agent mode

Start using DropBox

Open MCP Settings

Add the server

Save and reload

Start using DropBox

Open Cline MCP Settings

Add remote server

Enable the server

Start using DropBox

Install Claude Code

Add the Connector

Verify the connection

Start using DropBox

Asset Manager

Operations Lead

Content Creator

Business Owner

Dropbox

Dropbox Paper

Google Drive: Folders & Shared Drives

Google Drive

Files.com

Zoho WorkDrive

Give your agent a direct line to DropBox.