How to Transfer Files from iCloud to Dropbox [Step-by-step]

Do you want to transfer files from iCloud to Dropbox? Then follow this easy guide to transfer files. It comes in handy when you are running out of storage on iCloud.

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Transfer Files from iCloud to Dropbox on iPhone Step 1:  Go to iCloud Drive. For that, you need to tap on the "Files" app. On the Browse tab, select "iCloud Drive" to...Full steps
Transfer Files from iCloud to Dropbox on Computer 1. Move Files from iCloud to Dropbox on Windows PC...Full steps
2. Move Files from iCloud to Dropbox on Mac...Full steps
Bonus Tip: Transfer Dropbox between Windows PC Step 1. Connect two computers. Ensure that the two computers are on the same LAN. You need to run EaseUS Todo...Full steps

People usually choose iCloud and Dropbox to store their data. When there is not enough space on one of the cloud drives, users may want to transfer files from iCloud to Dropbox. EaseUS provides a detailed and comprehensive solution for data transfer. We will also provide a professional tool - EaseUS Todo PCTrans to help you transfer Dropbox between Windows PCs.

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Transfer Files from iCloud to Dropbox on iPhone

Did you know that you can directly transfer files from iCloud to Dropbox from your iPhone? In that case, you won't need to download the necessary files from iCloud and upload them manually on Dropbox. To transfer files between the two cloud storage solutions, follow these steps. 

Step 1:  Go to iCloud Drive. For that, you need to tap on the "Files" app. On the Browse tab, select "iCloud Drive" to proceed.

click on share iconclick on share icon

Step 2: Select the required file or folder. On the bottom-left part of the screen, press the "Share" icon. 

go to browse and then select icloud drive

Step 3:  Choose Dropbox from the list of apps once you click on the share icon. Make sure the Dropbox app is downloaded on your iPhone. Select the folder to which you want the file to transfer

Step 4:  Click on the "Save" option at the upper part of the screen. The file will be saved in the Dropbox account. 

If you have more advanced needs, such as transferring files from Dropbox between PCs or transferring Dropbox to another drive, please download EaseUS Partition Master and turn to part 3.

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Transfer Files from iCloud to Dropbox on the Computer

1. Move Files from iCloud to Dropbox on a Windows PC

Step 1: Open System Preference on Mac. After that, click on Apple ID.

click on apple id in system preferences

Step 2:  Select iCloud on the sidebar and ensure the Photos option is turned on.

click on photos app

Step 3:  Now, select the file you want to transfer. You need to download iCloud on your Windows PC. Go to the file which you wish to transfer. You must find the sync folder of the iCloud file you want to transfer to Dropbox.

Step 4: You must download the Dropbox desktop app on the Windows PC. Find the sync folder in Windows Explorer. Open the necessary folder in iCloud and Dropbox at the same time. You must drag and drop the required file from iCloud to Dropbox. The folder sync will allow the transfer of files to occur automatically. 

2. Move Files from iCloud to Dropbox on Mac

Step 1: Turn the Mac on. Go to System Preferences. Click on the Apple ID. Select the iCloud option from the sidebar. Make sure iCloud is turned on. If not, tick the checkmark and click on Options in front of it. 

select icloud options

Step 2: Check if the Desktop and Documents tab is turned on. If not, make sure it is on.

turn on the desktop and documents tab

Step 3:  Go to File. Choose the Move to iCloud option. You need to find the local folder dedicated to iCloud on Mac.

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Another excellent method of transferring Dropbox between Windows PCs is the EaseUS Todo PCTrans. It is an excellent data migration software for Windows PCs. One of the unique aspects is that you can get automatic file migration with a single click. With this software, you don't have to worry about data loss. 

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If you are wondering about the safety of the PC transfer migration software, you can relax. You can use this software to transfer large-sized files. It is compatible with popular applications such as Word, Excel, etc. 

Data migration with the use of EaseUS Todo PCTrans is easy and convenient. All you have to do is install the software on both computers. After that, follow some easy steps, and the process will be completed without hassle.

Step 1. Connect two computers

Ensure that the two computers are on the same LAN. You need to run EaseUS Todo PCTrans on both computers. On the source computer, navigate to the "PC to PC" mode, and click "PC to PC".

select pc to pc

Recognize the destination computer by its device name. Connect to target PC, input account password, or verification code of the target PC.

connect two pcs to transfer dropbox from one computer to another

Step 2. Choose Dropbox to transfer

Now hover your mouse over the "Applications" category.

choose applications to transfer dropbox from one computer to another

Locate the Dropbox, tick the box and click "Transfer".

choose dropbox to transfer from one computer to another

Step 3. Start Dropbox transfer

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Why Transfer Files from iCloud to Dropbox 

Simply storing your essential files and documents on the computer's hard drive is not enough. You must also use an excellent and trustworthy cloud storage platform to ensure safety. That way, preventing accidental loss of data is easy and hassle-free. 

There are two different cloud storage solutions available - iCloud and Dropbox. There are distinct differences that make them suitable for various purposes.

  • Dropbox Incorporation is the owner of Dropbox, and the developers are Arash Ferdowsi and Drew Houston. It comes with 2 GB of storage space (free). Here, you can share files via web applications. For an extra charge, you will need to pay a significant amount. The maximum file size is 10 GB, and it opts for block syncing to make changes. 
  • Apple Incorporation is the owner of iCloud, which is developed and maintained by Apple. Here, you will get 5 GB of storage space (free). It is possible to share files via links. The cost of attaining additional storage is less when compared to Dropbox. The maximum file size, in this case, is 50 GB. iCloud doesn't use block-syncing. 

Various reasons explain why people want to transfer files from iCloud to Dropbox. The foremost reason is availability. Both Apple and Windows users can use Dropbox. Besides, it offers a wide range of features and boasts a user-friendly interface. 

Apart from file sharing, Dropbox also offers collaboration features and Office integration. That makes it a better choice immediately. You will also get top-notch security, a great deal of storage space, and optimum performance. Follow the steps above, and you can easily move files from iCloud to Dropbox. If you think this tutorial is useful, don't forget to share it with others in need.

 

Conclusion

It is easy and hassle-free if you are eager to transfer files from iCloud to Dropbox. Follow the steps mentioned in the article and attain excellent results. Besides, it involves a few simple steps to sync iCloud and Dropbox on the PC. 

Apart from that, you can also use one of the best data migration software solutions for Windows PCs. The EaseUS Todo PCTrans is impressive software that aids in the quick and efficient transfer of Dropbox between two Windows PCs. Download the software and start data migration right away!

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About the Author

Updated by Cici

Cici is the junior editor of the writing team of EaseUS. She accepted the systematic training on computers at EaseUS for over one year. Now, she wrote a lot of professional articles to help people resolve the issues of hard drive corruption, computer boot errors, and disk partition problems.

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Written by Tracy King

Tracy became a member of the EaseUS content team in 2013. Being a technical writer for over 10 years, she is enthusiastic about sharing tips to assist readers in resolving complex issues in disk management, file transfer, PC & Mac performance optimization, etc., like an expert.

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How to Transfer Files from iCloud to Dropbox [Step-by-step]

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