How large can files be sent in mail

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

  1. Email provider: Each email provider has its own file size limit for attachments. For example:
    • Gmail: 25 MB (free account), 50 GB (paid account)
    • Outlook.com: 20 MB (free account), 100 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:
    • Microsoft Outlook: 20 MB (default limit), can be increased to 50 MB or more by adjusting settings
    • Mozilla Thunderbird: 20 MB (default limit), can be increased by adjusting settings
  3. Internet service provider (ISP): Your ISP may also have its own 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 for attachments. However, some providers may have higher or lower limits.

If you need to send larger files, you may want to consider using:

  1. Cloud storage services: Services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive allow you to upload large files and share them via a link.
  2. File transfer services: Services like WeTransfer, File.io, or SendSpace allow you to send large files via a link.
  3. FTP (File Transfer Protocol): You can use FTP to transfer large files between computers or servers.

Remember to always check with your email provider or ISP to confirm their file size limits and any specific requirements for sending large files.