How large a file can isend by e mail

The maximum file size that can be sent via email varies depending on several factors, including:

1. Email provider: Different email providers have different file size limits. For example:
   • Gmail: 25 MB (free account), 50 GB (paid account)
   • Outlook.com: 20 MB (free account), 5 GB (paid account)
   • Yahoo Mail: 25 MB (free account), 1 TB (paid account)
   • ProtonMail: 1 GB (free account), 5 GB (paid account)
2. Email client: The file size limit may also depend on the email client you're using. For example:
   • Mozilla Thunderbird: 10 MB (default limit), can be increased up to 100 MB
   • Microsoft Outlook: 20 MB (default limit), can be increased up to 50 MB
3. Internet service provider (ISP): Your ISP may also have file size limits for email attachments.
4. Email protocol: The email protocol used can also affect the file size limit. For example:
   • SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol): typically has a file size limit of 10-20 MB
   • IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol): typically has a file size limit of 10-20 MB
   • POP3 (Post Office Protocol version 3): typically has a file size limit of 10-20 MB

In general, most email providers have a file size limit of around 10-20 MB. However, some providers may have higher or lower limits.

If you need to send a larger file, you can consider the following options:

1. Use a file sharing service: Services like WeTransfer, Dropbox, or Google Drive allow you to send large files up to 2 GB or more.
2. Use a cloud storage service: Services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive allow you to store and share large files.
3. Use a file compression tool: Tools like WinZip or 7-Zip can compress files to reduce their size, making them easier to send via email.
4. Split the file: If the file is too large to send via email, you can split it into smaller files and send them separately.

Remember to always check with your email provider and ISP to confirm their file size limits before sending large files via email.