Free: up to 50 MB
The current Free plan supports files up to 50 MB per transfer and has separate storage and monthly-transfer limits.
Up to 5 GB per transfer on the current Business plan
Send Large Files Across Phones and Computers
Transfer files between Windows, Android, macOS, Linux, iPhone, and iPad without a USB cable or shared Wi-Fi network. Current per-transfer allowances are 50 MB on Free, 2 GB on Pro, and 5 GB on Business.
- Clear plan limits
- Six platforms
- No USB cable
- Cloud-backed delivery
Windows
Android
macOS
Linux
iPhone
iPad
Large-file allowances depend on your TapSend plan
How large a file can TapSend send?
A large-file transfer moves content that may be too big for common messaging or email workflows. With TapSend, eligibility depends on the current plan: Free supports up to 50 MB per transfer, Pro up to 2 GB, and Business up to 5 GB. These limits are not unlimited and should be checked before sending.
Why it matters
Choose the Right Allowance Before You Send
File size is only one part of a successful transfer. Check the plan, storage, recipient, connection, and supported platform first.
Pro: up to 2 GB
The current Pro plan supports files up to 2 GB per transfer, subject to the plan's other allowances.
Business: up to 5 GB
The current Business plan supports files up to 5 GB per transfer, subject to available storage and usage rules.
Storage also matters
A file may fit the per-transfer maximum but still require enough available storage under the current plan.
Both devices need internet
TapSend uses cloud-backed delivery, so the sender and recipient need active internet connections.
Limits can change
Review the current pricing information before an important transfer instead of assuming an old allowance still applies.
One consistent process
How to Send a Large File with TapSend
Confirm the file fits your current allowance, connect both supported devices, and keep them online during the transfer.
- 1
Check the file size
Review the file's size before opening TapSend so you can compare it with the current per-transfer allowance.
- 2
Confirm the plan
Make sure the account's plan supports the file size and has enough applicable storage and usage allowance.
- 3
Connect both devices
Install TapSend, sign in with the same account, and give the sender and recipient recognizable names.
- 4
Select the file
Choose the intended file and verify the named receiving device before starting.
- 5
Send and stay online
Start the transfer and keep both devices connected to the internet until it completes.
Install TapSend
Supported Platforms
Download TapSend for each supported device you want to connect.
Device-to-device guides
Large-File Guides by Device
Choose the detailed guide for the computer, phone, or tablet sending and receiving your file.
Android to Windows
Send eligible files from Android to a Windows PC.
Windows to Android
Transfer large eligible files from Windows to Android.
iPhone to Windows
Move selected iPhone files to a Windows computer.
Windows to iPhone
Send eligible files from Windows to an iPhone.
Android to Mac
Transfer eligible Android files to macOS.
Mac to Android
Send large eligible files from a Mac to Android.
Mac to Windows
Move eligible files from macOS to Windows.
Windows to Mac
Transfer eligible Windows files to a Mac.
TapSend's approach
Large-File Transfer Facts
TapSend combines plan-based file allowances with a consistent cloud-backed workflow across six platforms.
Plan-based file sizes
Current per-transfer allowances are 50 MB on Free, 2 GB on Pro, and 5 GB on Business.
Six supported platforms
TapSend provides apps for Windows, Android, macOS, Linux, iPhone, and iPad.
No USB cable
Start eligible transfers through the app without physically connecting the sending and receiving devices.
Different networks are supported
The devices do not need the same Wi-Fi network, but both require working internet access.
Cloud-backed delivery
TapSend is not an offline or peer-to-peer transfer tool. Files are delivered using cloud infrastructure.
HTTPS/TLS in transit
Data is protected in transit using HTTPS/TLS. TapSend does not claim end-to-end encryption.
Fix common issues
Large-File Transfer Troubleshooting
Start with the per-transfer allowance, storage, usage, connectivity, and permissions when a large file does not send.
The file exceeds the maximum
Compare the file size with the current plan allowance: 50 MB on Free, 2 GB on Pro, or 5 GB on Business.
Available storage is insufficient
Review the account's current storage allowance and usage before retrying the transfer.
A monthly usage limit was reached
Check the current plan and account usage. The Free plan currently has a monthly transfer allowance.
The transfer stops partway through
Check both internet connections, keep TapSend available on the devices, and retry when connectivity is stable.
The file cannot be selected
Review the operating system's file or photo permissions and allow access to the intended file.
The recipient does not appear
Confirm both devices use the same TapSend account, are online, and have recognizable device names.
The received file is hard to find
Open the transfer details and check the location chosen when opening or saving the received file.
The plan information looks different
Use the current pricing information as the source of truth because plan allowances may change over time.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers about maximum file size, plan allowances, connectivity, supported platforms, and security.
What is the maximum file size TapSend supports?+
In the current plan snapshot, Free supports up to 50 MB per transfer, Pro up to 2 GB, and Business up to 5 GB. Check current pricing before sending because allowances may change.
Can I send large files with the Free plan?+
The current Free plan supports files up to 50 MB per transfer. It also has separate storage and monthly-transfer limits.
Can TapSend send a 2 GB file?+
The current Pro and Business per-transfer allowances support a file up to 2 GB, provided the account also has enough applicable storage and usage allowance.
Can TapSend send a 5 GB file?+
The current Business plan supports up to 5 GB per transfer, subject to its other account and storage allowances.
Are TapSend file sizes unlimited?+
No. Each plan has a per-transfer file-size allowance.
Do both devices need the same Wi-Fi for a large transfer?+
No. The devices may use different networks, but both need active internet connections.
Do I need a USB cable to send a large file?+
No. TapSend uses cloud-backed delivery and does not require a USB connection.
Which platforms can send large files with TapSend?+
TapSend provides apps for Windows, Android, macOS, Linux, iPhone, and iPad. The file must fit the account's current plan allowance.
How are large-file transfers protected?+
TapSend protects data in transit using HTTPS/TLS. It does not claim end-to-end encryption.
Can I send a large file offline?+
No. TapSend uses cloud-backed delivery, so both devices require active internet access.
Explore your options
Related File-Transfer Resources
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Large-file transfer troubleshooting
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Cross-platform file sharing
Connect phones, tablets, and computers across six platforms.
Wireless file transfer
Send files without USB or a shared local network.
Secure file sharing
Understand TapSend's HTTPS/TLS protection in transit.
Send Anywhere alternative
Compare key and link transfers with named devices.
LocalSend alternative
Compare local-network sharing with cloud-backed delivery.
TapSend plans
Review current plan features and transfer allowances.
Choose Your File, Check Your Allowance, Send
Install TapSend on your supported devices and select the plan whose current per-transfer allowance fits your file.
Internet access and a TapSend account are required.