Quick answer: OneDrive's limit is 250 GB per file. In a modern browser or the sync app. The file must fit into your OneDrive storage. For anything bigger, send a download link: Share Large Video Files takes up to 20 GB per transfer, free and without an account.
The OneDrive limit
| Plan or type | Limit | Details | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| OneDrive | 250 GB per file | In a modern browser or the sync app. The file must fit into your OneDrive storage. 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 OneDrive
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 |
| 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 OneDrive file size limit?
OneDrive: 250 GB per file. In a modern browser or the sync app. The file must fit into your OneDrive storage.
How do I send a file larger than the OneDrive limit?
Upload it to Share Large Video Files (up to 20 GB, free, no account) and paste the download link into OneDrive. The recipient gets the original file.
When was this limit checked?
On September 30, 2026, against OneDrive'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 OneDrive?
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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