How to Send Files up to 1 TB
Some files are too large for email, cloud drives and most free transfer services. A full video project, a disk image or a company backup can easily be hundreds of gigabytes.
In short: You can send up to 5 GB for free with SendGB. For a single transfer of up to 1 TB, use SendGB Exceed. It is a one-time option, and you do not need a membership or an account.
Why very large files are hard to send
When a file is 100 GB or larger, the usual methods often stop working.
| Method | What goes wrong |
|---|---|
| Email services accept only small attachments. | |
| Cloud drive | You need an account and enough free storage. The recipient may need access rights. |
| Free transfer services | Most free plans have a size limit far below 1 TB. |
| Drive by post | It is slow, and the drive can be lost or damaged. |
| Long uploads | The connection can drop before the upload finishes. |
How SendGB handles files up to 1 TB
- SendGB Exceed. You can send up to 1 TB in a single transfer. You pay once, and you do not need a membership.
- Resumable uploads. If your connection drops, the upload continues from where it stopped. It does not start again from zero.
- Any file type. You can send files and folders in any format. SendGB does not recompress your files.
Choose the right option for your file size
Not every large file needs 1 TB. Use this table to find the option that fits your transfer.
| File size or need | Option | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 GB | Free, no account | Everyday transfers |
| Up to 500 GB | SendGB Extra | People who send large files often |
| Up to 500 GB | SendGB Teams | Teams of up to 20 members |
| Up to 1 TB | SendGB Exceed | One very large transfer |
| Longer link life | SendGB Extend | Keeping a transfer available for up to 1 year |
SendGB Extra has three levels. The highest level allows up to 500 GB per transfer. You can read more on the SendGB Extra page.
How to send a file up to 1 TB
- Open the SendGB Exceed page and follow the steps to start a 1 TB transfer.
- Drag your files or folder onto the upload area, or click the upload button to choose them.
- Choose email mode to send the link to your recipients, or link mode to copy the link and share it yourself.
- Start the upload and keep the browser tab open until it finishes.
- Share the download link. Your recipients can download the files without an account.
Tips for a smooth upload
A 1 TB upload takes time. In ideal conditions, the upload time is about:
- 100 Mbit/s upload speed: about 22 hours
- 500 Mbit/s upload speed: about 4.5 hours
- 1 Gbit/s upload speed: about 2.2 hours
To avoid problems, use a wired connection if you can. Also stop your computer from going to sleep during the upload.
Frequently asked questions
Can I send 1 TB for free?
No. Free transfers are limited to 5 GB. For transfers of up to 1 TB, use SendGB Exceed.
Do I need an account to use SendGB Exceed?
No. SendGB Exceed is a one-time option. You do not need a membership or an account.
What happens if my upload stops?
SendGB supports resumable uploads. Stay in the same browser tab and resume the upload. It continues from where it stopped.
Can I keep the download link available for a long time?
Yes. With SendGB Extend, you can keep a transfer available for up to 1 year. More details are on the SendGB Extend page.
Is the number of downloads limited?
No. Your recipients can download the files as many times as they need while the transfer is available.
Send your large files today
For files up to 5 GB, start for free. For one transfer of up to 1 TB, choose SendGB Exceed.