Dropbox Update is a process that makes sure the Dropbox desktop application is running the latest version. Dropbox Update is installed alongside the Dropbox desktop application on Mac computers running a supported macOS. Specifically, Dropbox Update:

• Works in the background to check that you’re always using the latest version of the desktop application
• Ensures that you always have the latest features and your Dropbox application is compatible with new Operating System updates

Note: A similar process is available on Windows computers with the Dropbox desktop application installed.

Dropboxmacupdate

Any Dropbox app can register with DropboxMacUpdate by giving it the path of where it’s installed. Every five hours, DropboxMacUpdate will check its registration database for apps, then check the paths of those apps for the installed version and send them to the server. For Windows, allow Dropbox, Dropbox.exe, and DropboxUpdate.exe. The Open button requires access to ports 17600 and 17603. The LAN Sync feature requires access to port 17500 (recommended). Add dropbox.com to the list of approved websites for your firewall, and make sure that it isn’t blacklisted.

How does Dropbox Update work?

Dropbox Update periodically checks to see if your computer is on the latest version of Dropbox. If your computer is using an older version, the new version of the desktop app is available the next time you start the app.

Can I uninstall Dropbox Update?

Dropbox Update must be installed on any compatible computer (OS X 10.7 or later) that has the Dropbox application installed. Dropbox Update keeps the desktop application on your computer on the current version and helps keep your desktop application running.

If you don’t want Dropbox Update to run on your computer, you can uninstall the Dropbox application. You can still access your files on dropbox.com and using the Dropbox mobile apps.

Do I have to be connected to the internet for Dropbox Update to work?

Yes, Dropbox Update requires an internet connection to check if you’re on the latest version of the application.

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When does Dropbox Update run?

Dropbox Update doesn’t apply updates to the Dropbox desktop application while you’re interacting with the application. It downloads new versions in the background. Dropbox Update waits until you’re done performing a task before restarting the application to apply the update.

Dropbox Update can run when the Dropbox application is closed, but only to check for version updates. This periodic check is independent from the main Dropbox application. It helps Dropbox fix issues that might occur, even if the Dropbox application is unable to run.

What should I see in the Activity Monitor?

What Is Dropboxmacupdate

The process for Dropbox Update is called DropboxMacUpdate. There should be no other differences on your computer. Dropbox Update runs in the background and doesn’t affect any program except for the Dropbox application.

1. Launchd script: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.cisco.videoguardmonitor.plist
2. Executable: /bin/sh -c $HOME/Library/Cisco/VideoGuardPlayer/VideoGuardMonitor/VideoGuardMonitor.bundle/Contents/Resources/launch.sh
3. Install date: 2018-12-02 10:49:34
4. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
5. Launchd script: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.google.keystone.xpcservice.plist
6. Executable: /Users/Claudio/Library/Google/GoogleSoftwareUpdate/GoogleSoftwareUpdate.bundle/Contents/Resources/GoogleSoftwareUpdateAgent.app/Contents/MacOS/GoogleSoftwareUpdateAgent -runMode xpchost
7. Install date: 2019-05-10 08:29:05
8. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
9. Launchd script: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.google.keystone.agent.plist
10. Executable: /Users/Claudio/Library/Google/GoogleSoftwareUpdate/GoogleSoftwareUpdate.bundle/Contents/Resources/GoogleSoftwareUpdateAgent.app/Contents/MacOS/GoogleSoftwareUpdateAgent -runMode ifneeded
11. Install date: 2019-05-10 08:29:05
12. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
13. Launchd script: /Library/LaunchDaemons/com.oracle.java.Helper-Tool.plist
14. Executable: /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin/Contents/Resources/Helper-Tool
15. Install date: 2015-03-13 13:14:48
16. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
17. Launchd script: /Library/LaunchAgents/com.oracle.java.Java-Updater.plist
18. Executable: /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin/Contents/Resources/Java Updater.app/Contents/MacOS/Java Updater -bgcheck
19. Install date: 2015-03-13 13:03:53
20. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
21. Launchd script: /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin/Contents/Resources/com.oracle.java.Java-Updater.plist
22. Executable: /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin/Contents/Resources/Java Updater.app/Contents/MacOS/Java Updater -bgcheck
23. Install date: 2018-09-06 11:53:35
24. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
25. Launchd script: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.cisco.videoguard10.plist
26. Executable: /bin/sh -c $HOME/Library/Cisco/VideoGuardPlayer/VideoGuard10/VideoGuard10.bundle/Contents/Resources/setupServer.sh
27. Install date: 2018-12-02 10:49:34
28. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
29. Launchd script: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.cisco.videoguard10.uninstall.plist
30. Executable: /bin/sh /Users/Claudio/.cisco/VideoGuard/uninstall/cisco_videoguard10/condUninstall.sh
31. Install date: 2018-12-02 10:49:34
32. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
33. Launchd script: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.dropbox.DropboxMacUpdate.agent.plist
34. Executable: /Users/Claudio/Library/Dropbox/DropboxMacUpdate.app/Contents/MacOS/DropboxMacUpdate -check periodic
35. Install date: 2019-02-14 09:24:09
36. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
37. Launchd script: /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin/Contents/Resources/com.oracle.java.Helper-Tool.plist
38. Executable: /Library/Internet Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin/Contents/Resources/Helper-Tool
39. Install date: 2015-03-13 13:14:48
40. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
41. Launchd script: /Library/LaunchDaemons/com.microsoft.office.licensing.helper.plist
42. Executable: /Library/PrivilegedHelperTools/com.microsoft.office.licensing.helper
43. Install date: 2010-09-23 09:00:00
44. Details: Exact match found in the whitelist - probably OK
45. Login items
46. Author: ?
47. Executable: ~/Library/Application Support/.FUS/fuspredownloader.app
48. Name: Android File Transfer Agent.app Open Users & Groups
49. Install Date: 2012-10-15 18:25:10
50. Executable: ~/Library/Application Support/Google/Android File Transfer/Android File Transfer Agent.app
51. These files are software that runs in the background and lacks a valid Developer ID signature from Apple. Malicious software like adware will usually be shown here. Unfortunately, legitimate software is sometimes unsigned too. Without a Developer ID signature, EtreCheck cannot tell the difference between legitimate and malicious software. EtreCheck may provide more information in Details to help you determine if a file is legitimate or malicious.
52. You can use the Lookup button to research the software on Apple Support Communities. If you have any questions about any unsigned files, ask about them on Apple Support Communities and include your EtreCheck report.
53. If you are absolutely sure that the file is malicious, click the Remove button to remove it. This App Store version of EtreCheck may be unable to remove some files. You can use the Show in Finder and Show Executable buttons to manually remove them. If you are unsure, please ask for help.
54. If a file has been incorrectly categorized, click the Report a problem button to have Etresoft review the file. Make sure to restart your machine if you remove any files.
55. To remove login item adware, use the button available for each.

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