Quick answer: WeTransfer (free)'s limit is 3 GB per transfer. Free plan: 10 transfers or 3 GB in total per 30 days, and links last 3 days. For anything bigger, send a download link: Share Large Video Files takes up to 20 GB per transfer, free and without an account.
The WeTransfer limit
| Plan or type | Limit | Details | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| WeTransfer (free) | 3 GB per transfer | Free plan: 10 transfers or 3 GB in total per 30 days, and links last 3 days. 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 WeTransfer
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 |
| Dropbox | 2 TB per file (375 GB on the website) |
| Share Large Video Files | 20 GB per transfer, free |
Frequently asked questions
What is the WeTransfer file size limit?
WeTransfer (free): 3 GB per transfer. Free plan: 10 transfers or 3 GB in total per 30 days, and links last 3 days.
How do I send a file larger than the WeTransfer limit?
Upload it to Share Large Video Files (up to 20 GB, free, no account) and paste the download link into WeTransfer. The recipient gets the original file.
When was this limit checked?
On September 30, 2026, against WeTransfer'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 WeTransfer?
Of the email and chat apps we track: Microsoft Teams (chat) (250 GB per file), Telegram Premium (4 GB per file). Cloud drives and transfer services go much higher; Share Large Video Files takes up to 20 GB per transfer, free.
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