Quick answer: Dropbox's limit is 2 TB per file (375 GB on the website). Browser uploads above 375 GB may time out; use the desktop app. Files must fit into your Dropbox storage (2 GB on Dropbox Basic). For anything bigger, send a download link: Share Large Video Files takes up to 20 GB per transfer, free and without an account.
The Dropbox limit
| Plan or type | Limit | Details | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dropbox | 2 TB per file (375 GB on the website) | Browser uploads above 375 GB may time out; use the desktop app. Files must fit into your Dropbox storage (2 GB on Dropbox Basic). Source | Sep 2026 |
What happens when a file is too big
The upload stops with an error. Some services also limit how much you can upload per day or in total, so check your plan.
How to send a bigger file with Dropbox
Send a download link instead of the file. The link is short text, so it fits in any message:
- Open Share Large Video Files in any browser and choose Get a link (or Send by email).
- Drop the file on the upload box, or pick a whole folder. Up to 20 GB and 1000 files per transfer.
- Optional: add a password, a download limit or an expiry under More options.
- Copy the link (or show the QR code) and send it by chat or email. The recipient downloads the original file, byte for byte.
Compared with other services
| App | Limit |
|---|---|
| Google Drive | 5 TB per file; 750 GB uploaded per day |
| OneDrive | 250 GB per file |
| WeTransfer (free) | 3 GB per transfer |
| Share Large Video Files | 20 GB per transfer, free |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Dropbox file size limit?
Dropbox: 2 TB per file (375 GB on the website). Browser uploads above 375 GB may time out; use the desktop app. Files must fit into your Dropbox storage (2 GB on Dropbox Basic).
How do I send a file larger than the Dropbox limit?
Upload it to Share Large Video Files (up to 20 GB, free, no account) and paste the download link into Dropbox. The recipient gets the original file.
When was this limit checked?
On September 30, 2026, against Dropbox's own help pages (linked in the table). Services change their limits, so follow the source link if your file is close to it.
Which apps accept bigger files than Dropbox?
None of the email and chat apps we track allow more. Cloud drives and transfer services go much higher; Share Large Video Files takes up to 20 GB per transfer, free.
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