How to send video files

Why videos can be difficult to send

Video files can be tens to hundreds of times larger than photos, so they exceed the limits of many transfer methods.

• ・Email attachments are too limited (Gmail's attachment limit is 25MB)
• ・With free upload-based services, larger files take longer both to upload and to download
• ・Server-based transfers are more prone to slowdowns during busy periods

Estimating size from video length

Smartphone video recorded at 1080p / 30fps is roughly 100–200MB per minute, while 4K video is around 350–400MB per minute. A single video can easily reach several GB.

FileExpress cloud transfer allows up to 5 GiB per transfer. Video size varies with quality and compression, so check the file size first. For larger files, you can choose P2P. The service sets no P2P size cap, but both people must be online at the same time.

Consider P2P when the recipient can receive now

With an upload-based service, the sender uploads to a server before the recipient downloads. P2P sends and receives at the same time. Speed depends on both connections and the route; traffic may pass through a relay server.

Direct P2P transfers have a requirement: the sender and recipient must be online at the same time. Closing a browser tab during the transfer stops it. If the recipient can't collect the files immediately, choose a cloud transfer.

Original quality and format

FileExpress does not re-encode videos. Whether MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV or another format, the original captured or exported file is delivered unchanged. It's suitable for sharing editing materials or delivering finished work.

Steps to send videos

1. 1

   Select your video files

   Drag and drop videos on the home page. You can select multiple videos together.

2. 2

   Choose a method based on the recipient's availability

   Choose P2P if the recipient can receive now, or cloud transfer (up to 5 GiB per transfer) for later download.

3. 3

   Share the receive code

   A 4-character receive code and a QR code will appear. Just share the code to share the files.

4. 4

   Wait for the transfer to finish

   For direct P2P transfers, both sender and recipient must keep the page open until the transfer finishes.

Frequently asked questions

How many GB of video can I send?

The service sets no size cap for P2P. Cloud transfer allows up to 5 GiB per transfer. Video duration alone does not determine size, so check the file size before sending.

Are videos recompressed?

No. Videos are not re-encoded or compressed, so recipients receive the original exported quality, bitrate and format.

What happens if I close the tab during a P2P transfer?

The transfer stops. P2P requires both people to stay connected, so closing either page interrupts it. Traffic may pass through a relay server. Use cloud transfer if the recipient needs to download later.

Can I send files while the recipient is offline?

Use cloud transfer mode. Files are encrypted and stored temporarily so the recipient can download them later. Choose a retention period of 1, 3, 7, 15 or 30 days.

How much does it cost?

Cloud transfer is free for files totaling up to 100 MiB, three times daily. Beyond the free allowance, the entire file size is rounded up to 1 GiB units at ¥110 including tax per unit, capped at ¥330 per transfer. Direct P2P is free.