To log out of Box Sync, you'll need to access its settings through the system tray on your Windows computer. This process will stop the synchronization of your Box files to your local device.
Step-by-Step Guide to Logging Out of Box Sync on Windows
Logging out of Box Sync is a straightforward process that primarily involves interacting with the Box Sync application icon found in your Windows system tray. Follow these steps to successfully log out:
- Locate the Box Sync Icon: On the bottom right corner of your Windows taskbar, you'll find an up arrow (often called the "Show hidden icons" arrow). Click this arrow to reveal hidden icons in your system tray. Look for the Box icon (usually a blue square with a white open box).
- Access Preferences/Settings: Right-click on the Box icon. From the context menu that appears, select "Preferences".
- Log Out: A Box window will open, displaying various settings. Navigate to the "Settings" tab or section within this window. Once there, you will find and click the "Logout" button to complete the process.
This action will disconnect your Box Sync application from your Box account, stopping all file synchronization.
For more information on Box Sync, you can visit the official Box Support page.
Why Log Out of Box Sync?
Users might choose to log out of Box Sync for several reasons:
- Account Switching: If you need to switch between different Box accounts on the same computer.
- Security: To ensure your files are not continuously synced or accessible on a shared or public computer.
- Troubleshooting: Logging out and then back in can often resolve minor synchronization issues.
- Resource Management: Temporarily stopping sync can free up system resources or network bandwidth if needed.
- Decommissioning: When no longer needing Box Sync on a particular device.
What Happens When You Log Out?
When you log out of Box Sync:
- Synchronization Stops: The Box Sync application will immediately cease syncing files between your local Box Sync folder and your Box.com account.
- Files Remain: The files that were already synced to your local Box Sync folder will remain on your computer. However, they will no longer be updated or synchronized with your online Box account until you log back in.
- No New Downloads: Any new files added to your Box.com account will not be downloaded to your local folder. Similarly, changes made locally will not upload to Box.com.
If you wish to remove the local copies of the files after logging out, you would need to manually delete the Box Sync folder from your computer.
