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An attachment is rejected as 'too large'

Limits vary, but above roughly 25 MB most mail systems push back. Do not split the file; link to it instead.

Try this first

  1. 1Upload the file to OneDrive or SharePoint and share a link instead of attaching. The recipient gets it without weighing down their mailbox.
  2. 2For sensitive files: use a shared link with an expiry date and optionally a password. It expires on its own afterwards.
  3. 3Export photos smaller first if peak quality is not needed. Often saves a factor of ten.
  4. 4Very large or many recipients? A transfer portal like WeTransfer is fine, as long as the data is not confidential.

When to bring us in

If you regularly share large files with external parties, we can set up a clean solution inside your 365 environment.

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