The 11 Best Ways to Send Large Files

We all know the frustrating feeling — you’ve collected all the images you need for your next campaign, but when you go to press “Send” you’re told, “Sorry. File too large.”We all know the frustrating feeling — you’ve collected all the images you need for your next campaign, but when you go to press “Send” you’re told, “Sorry. File too large.” Figuring out how to send large files on the fly is a pain. Unfortunately, our email accounts can’t carry as much storage as you might think. Gmail, for instance, can only hold files up to 25 MB. Additionally, large files can eat at your storage space, even if it’s just sitting in your Sent folder. If you’ve got a file you can’t send the traditional way, don’t worry — we’ve got several alternatives (some free), to ensure the largest of files can be sent to whoever, within minutes. Skip to: How to Send Large Files in Email How to Send Large Files Over the Internet How to Send Large Files via File Sharing Service How to Send Large Files in Email 1. Upload your files to a cloud storage space, and share them or email them to others. Pros Easy to use Great for internal company sharing Cons Limited to your service provider Using a cloud storage space like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive is one of the easiest and most popular methods for sending large files. Depending on your email provider, you’ll likely be able to use corresponding cloud storage — like Google Drive for Gmail, or OneDrive for Outlook.com. If you’re sending an attachment within a provider like Gmail, you’ll see the Google Drive button already integrated. Simply press it, choose your file, and then send it like a regular attachment. Alternatively, Dropbox allows you to upload large files and then send a web link via email or text to your recipient. With Dropbox’s free tier, you’ll receive 2 GB of storage space. For $9.99 per month, you can increase your storage to 1 TB. Best for: Ease-of-use when sending attachments through your email provider. Most likely to use when sharing files internally with colleagues. 2. Use WeTransfer, a free online service. Pros Free No download required No install required Cons Limited file size for free version (2 GB) Image Source WeTransfer is one of the simplest ways to share files online with the added bonus of not having to register to use the service. Once on the website, all you need to do is upload your file (up to 2 GB), enter a destination email, enter your email, a title, and a message and you’re all set.  Best for: Emailing large files without having to sign up or download anything. How to Send Large Files Over the Internet 3. Use a VPN. Pros Sends files securely Keeps sender’s location private Cons Could slow connection Requires tech savvy to install A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is a service that protects your data and provides you with

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