Attahcment space limit for mail

The attachment space limit for email varies depending on the email provider, email client, and the type of attachment. Here are some general guidelines:

Email Providers:

  1. Gmail: The attachment size limit for Gmail is 25 MB per message. However, you can send larger files using Google Drive or Google Docs.
  2. Yahoo Mail: The attachment size limit for Yahoo Mail is 25 MB per message.
  3. Outlook.com: The attachment size limit for Outlook.com is 20 MB per message.
  4. Hotmail: The attachment size limit for Hotmail is 10 MB per message.

Email Clients:

  1. Microsoft Outlook: The attachment size limit for Microsoft Outlook is 20 MB per message.
  2. Mozilla Thunderbird: The attachment size limit for Mozilla Thunderbird is 10 MB per message.
  3. Apple Mail: The attachment size limit for Apple Mail is 10 MB per message.

File Types:

  1. PDF: Most email providers allow PDF attachments up to 10-20 MB in size.
  2. Images: Most email providers allow image attachments up to 5-10 MB in size.
  3. Videos: Most email providers do not allow video attachments due to file size limitations.
  4. Zip files: Most email providers allow zip file attachments up to 10-20 MB in size.

Workarounds:

  1. Use cloud storage: You can upload your files to cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive and share the link instead of attaching the file.
  2. Use file compression: You can compress your files using tools like WinZip or 7-Zip to reduce their size and attach them to your email.
  3. Use email services with larger attachment limits: Some email services, like ProtonMail or Tutanota, offer larger attachment limits.

Remember to always check with your email provider or email client for their specific attachment size limits and guidelines.