Guide
What is the file size limit on Discord?
20 MB per file without Nitro, 50 MB with Nitro Basic, up to 1 GB with Nitro. Beyond that, a link: up to 5 GB here, without an account.
The Discord limit, plainly
| Without Nitro | 20 MB per file (10 MB before August 2026) |
|---|---|
| Nitro Basic | 50 MB |
| Nitro | Up to 1 GB |
| Boosted server | Level 2: 50 MB, level 3: 100 MB for all members, on that server only |
Sources: Discord help — October 2026.
How to send bigger
A TransferThing link
Drop the file here, paste the link in the channel or the DM. Up to 5 GB, without an account, and the recipient downloads in their browser.
Nitro or a boosted server
Nitro raises the limit to 1 GB, Nitro Basic to 50 MB; a level 3 server takes 100 MB from all its members. Both are paid.
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Export it at a lower resolution to get under 20 MB, at the cost of the image.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum file size on Discord without Nitro?
20 MB per file since August 2026 (10 MB before), according to Discord’s help. 50 MB with Nitro Basic, up to 1 GB with Nitro.
How do I send a large video on Discord?
Drop it on TransferThing and paste the link in the channel or the DM: up to 5 GB, without an account. Discord’s help names no other way than Nitro or server boosts.
Is the limit different on a boosted server?
Yes: at level 2, every member can upload 50 MB; at level 3, 100 MB. Only on that server.
Does the recipient need anything to open a link?
No account: they open the TransferThing link and download in their browser, file by file or as a .zip.
Can I send more than 1 GB with Nitro?
No: according to Discord’s help, Nitro goes up to 1 GB. Beyond that, a TransferThing link: up to 5 GB, without an account.
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