How to Send a File Over 25MB on Gmail
Gmail's attachment size limit is 25MB. If a file is larger than 25MB, Gmail won't attach it—it uploads the file to Google Drive and sends a link instead. So the most a file can be to send as a normal Gmail attachment is 25MB (Gmail lets you receive up to 50MB). To send a file over 25MB as a real attachment—up to 200MB—split it with SendSplit and it lands directly in your recipient's inbox, with no cloud links and no logins.
Gmail is one of the most popular email services in the world—but it comes with a well-known limitation: you can’t send attachments larger than 25MB. If you’ve ever tried emailing a PDF, video, or large document, you’ve probably seen Gmail automatically replace your attachment with a Google Drive link.
While Google Drive works for some users, it’s not always ideal. Many recipients dislike cloud links, face access restrictions, or simply want the file delivered directly as a real email attachment.
Why Gmail blocks attachments over 25MB
Gmail enforces a 25MB attachment limit to reduce server load and improve delivery reliability. When a file exceeds this limit, Gmail uploads it to Google Drive and inserts a sharing link instead. This often creates new problems:
- Recipients may need to log in to a Google account
- Company firewalls may block Google Drive links
- Permissions may be misconfigured or expire
- Extra steps slow down file access
The easiest way to send files over 25MB on Gmail
SendSplit offers a simple alternative. Instead of sending cloud links, SendSplit allows you to send files up to 200MB as true email attachments, even when Gmail’s limit would normally block them.
Using SendSplit is straightforward:
- Upload your file (PDF, document, image, or video — up to 200MB)
- Select an attachment split size (10MB, 20MB, or 25MB)
- Enter the recipient’s email address
- Click send
SendSplit automatically splits your file into smaller chunks and delivers them as real email attachments. Your recipient simply downloads the attachments directly from their inbox—no cloud links, no logins.
Secure, encrypted, and recipient-friendly
Unlike standard cloud sharing, SendSplit also supports file encryption. Your data is securely transferred, making it ideal for sensitive documents, contracts, or private files. Recipients don’t need any special software or accounts—just their email.
Who is this perfect for?
- Professionals sending reports or contracts
- Students & teachers sharing assignments
- Freelancers delivering project files
- Anyone tired of Gmail’s 25MB attachment limit
Frequently asked questions
What is Gmail’s attachment size limit?
Gmail limits attachments to 25MB per email when sending and up to 50MB when receiving. Anything larger is
replaced with a Google Drive link.
How big of a file can you send on Gmail?
Up to 25MB directly as an attachment. For files up to 200MB, split them with SendSplit and send them as real
attachments instead.
Why does Gmail say my file is too large?
Because the attachments in a single email add up to more than 25MB. Encoding overhead means a file near 25MB on
disk can still exceed the limit.
How do I send a file over 25MB on Gmail without Google Drive?
Upload it to SendSplit, pick a 10MB, 20MB, or 25MB split size, enter the recipient’s email, and send—no Drive
link and no login for the recipient.
👉 Stop fighting Gmail’s attachment limits. Try SendSplit and send files over 25MB as real email attachments—quickly, securely, and effortlessly.