Quick answer: Google Drive's limit is 5 TB per file; 750 GB uploaded per day. The file must also fit into your free or paid Google storage (15 GB free, shared with Gmail and Photos). For anything bigger, send a download link: Share Large Video Files takes up to 20 GB per transfer, free and without an account.
The Google Drive limit
| Plan or type | Limit | Details | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Drive | 5 TB per file; 750 GB uploaded per day | The file must also fit into your free or paid Google storage (15 GB free, shared with Gmail and Photos). 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 Google Drive
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 |
|---|---|
| OneDrive | 250 GB per file |
| Dropbox | 2 TB per file (375 GB on the website) |
| WeTransfer (free) | 3 GB per transfer |
| Share Large Video Files | 20 GB per transfer, free |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Google Drive file size limit?
Google Drive: 5 TB per file; 750 GB uploaded per day. The file must also fit into your free or paid Google storage (15 GB free, shared with Gmail and Photos).
How do I send a file larger than the Google Drive limit?
Upload it to Share Large Video Files (up to 20 GB, free, no account) and paste the download link into Google Drive. The recipient gets the original file.
When was this limit checked?
On September 30, 2026, against Google Drive'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 Google Drive?
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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