Who this comparison is for
File-Vault highlights
- One connection; unified picker across apps; predictable object folders
- Expiring external links + revoke tracked across apps
Dropbox Business highlights
- Great file requests and previews
Capability matrix
| Capability | File-Vault | Dropbox Business | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unified picker/API reused by many apps | Native | None | Per‑app integration otherwise |
| Predictable object folders (Tickets/Deals) | Native | None | Convention + reconciliation |
| Expiring links + revoke audit | Native | Partial | Dropbox links exist; cross‑app policy/audit via File-Vault |
| DLP/AV upload gates | Native | Partial | File-Vault scans & blocks until cleared |
| Cross‑provider archive (S3/R2) | Native | None | — |
| Cross‑app audit & CSV export | Native | None | Centralized by object/app/user |
- Focus is orchestration across apps vs direct Dropbox SDKs per app.
Total cost of ownership
Consolidating policy and integrations through File-Vault reduces repeated work and helpdesk time (share/revoke, folder hygiene, audits) across apps while keeping files in Dropbox.
Assumptions
- 2–6 apps, mixed providers allowed
Migration plan
From Direct Dropbox SDK · Connect once → enable picker → attach existing files → enforce policies
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1
Connect Dropbox Business; pick base folder
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2
Turn on unified picker in apps
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3
Backfill attachments for existing files
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4
Enable expiring links, DLP/AV, audit exports
Security
- Token rotation; RBAC; audit trails and exports
- Encryption at rest/in transit
Evidence & sources
| Claim | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Inbound intake | File requests → object folders via attachments | product_docs |
About File-Vault
File-Vault is the multi-provider storage hub for Velaxe. Connect Google Drive, OneDrive/SharePoint, Dropbox, Box and optional S3/R2 at the workspace level, then let every app upload, attach, preview and share through a unified picker and API.
Admins set link and retention policies, enable DLP and AV scanning, choose provider scopes, and review complete audit trails. Files stay in your selected drives using predictable folder structures while File-Vault keeps metadata, attachment links and permissions synchronized.
Built for reliability and compliance: chunked uploads, resumable sessions, expiring external links, delta sync, audit exports and Prometheus-friendly health metrics.