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File Too Large Error

Understanding and resolving file size limit errors

File Too Large Error


You'll see this error when the input file exceeds the maximum allowed size for your plan.


File Size Limits by Plan


PlanMax Input File Size
Free250 MB
Starter1 GB
Pro2 GB
Scale5 GB

These limits apply to both direct uploads (presigned URL) and URL-based inputs.


Common Causes


  • Raw/uncompressed video files — Screen recordings and camera exports are often very large before compression. Compress locally first or use a smaller clip.
  • Very long videos — A 2-hour 1080p video can easily exceed 1GB. Consider splitting into shorter segments.
  • High bitrate sources — 4K or high-framerate video at high bitrates adds up quickly.

    • Solutions


    Compress before uploading

    ffmpeg -i input.mov -c:v libx264 -crf 28 compressed.mp4

    Split long videos

    ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -t 600 -c copy first10min.mp4

    Upgrade your plan

    If you regularly work with larger files, upgrade to a plan with a higher limit. See Pricing.


    Error Messages


  • "File size too large." — the file exceeds your plan's maximum input file size
  • "File too large. Maximum input file size is 1GB for URL-based inputs." — download worker rejected an oversized URL-sourced file
  • "Downloaded file is empty (0 bytes)." — the URL returned no data; check the URL is accessible and points to a real file

    • Need Even Larger Files?


    Contact us at javid@ffmpeg-micro.com if you need limits beyond the Scale plan.


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