Yes – Dropbox runs on Apple Silicon. It no longer requires Rosetta 2 translation. Just download the latest installer from the official site – the app will automatically use the Apple Silicon version.
Follow these steps to download and install Dropbox on your Mac: Dropbox Help Center Download and install the Dropbox desktop app dropbox mac install
| Problem | Solution | |---------|----------| | “Dropbox needs to run kernel extension” (older macOS) | Go to → allow the extension, then restart. (Newer macOS uses File Provider instead.) | | Dropbox folder not appearing in Finder | Click the Dropbox menu bar icon → Open Dropbox folder . If missing, reinstall. | | High CPU usage after install | Dropbox indexes files – let it finish for large folders. Pause/resume sync if needed. | | Installer stuck on “Preparing to install” | Quit Dropbox, delete /Users/Shared/.dropbox (hidden folder), then reinstall. | Yes – Dropbox runs on Apple Silicon
| Option | What it does | Best for | |--------|-------------|-----------| | | Files appear in Finder but download only when opened (saves disk space) | MacBooks with small SSD | | Local sync | All Dropbox files are stored on your Mac (uses more disk space) | Desktop Macs with plenty of storage | Follow these steps to download and install Dropbox
✅ The same files are available in the Dropbox mobile app – no extra setup needed.
: macOS will ask for permission to access your folders (like Desktop, Documents, and Downloads). Click Allow to ensure your files sync correctly.
At least 1 GB of hard drive space and 2 GB of RAM are recommended for optimal performance. Step-by-Step Installation Guide