Uploading Large Files in WP

Files that big (normally) shouldn’t be uploaded using standard file fields like standard sized files. The vast majority of servers won’t handle anything that big and will choke on the data before the file is even finished.

The best way to have it work is to use FTP to upload the files to your server. That will work on any sized file, and as long as you have the storage space on your server, you’ll be fine. As long as you know the folder that you upload them to you’ll be able to get the URL sorted out.

If you really need to upload files that big, there’s a range of scripts for uploading large files. A quick search finds a lot of results –

https://www.google.com/search?q=large+file+uploader+script

Uploading large files in WordPress can sometimes be challenging due to server limitations and potential timeouts. To successfully upload large files, you can follow these methods:

1. Check Server and Hosting Limitations:
   • Before attempting to upload large files, check your web hosting provider’s file upload limits. Many hosting providers set a maximum file upload size to prevent overloading their servers. If the limit is too low, consider upgrading your hosting plan or contacting your hosting provider to request an increase in the upload limit.
2. Increase PHP Upload Limits:
   • WordPress uses PHP settings to control file uploads. You can increase the PHP upload limits by editing your site’s php.ini file or using the .htaccess file. Here’s an example of how to do this:
     • Edit the php.ini file and increase the following values:makefileCopy codeupload_max_filesize = 64M post_max_size = 64M max_execution_time = 300
     • If you don’t have direct access to the php.ini file, you can try adding the following lines to your site’s .htaccess file:Copy codephp_value upload_max_filesize 64M php_value post_max_size 64M php_value max_execution_time 300
     • Make sure to save the changes and check if you can upload larger files.
3. Use FTP:
   • For exceptionally large files, consider using FTP (File Transfer Protocol) to upload the files directly to your server. Once the files are uploaded via FTP, you can reference them in your WordPress posts or pages.
4. Split Large Files:
   • If you have a large file that exceeds the upload limit, you can split it into smaller parts using a file splitting tool. Upload these smaller parts individually, and then merge them on your server if necessary.
5. Use a Plugin:
   • There are WordPress plugins available that can help with large file uploads. These plugins can bypass server limitations and provide more control over the upload process. Some popular plugins include “WP-Filebase,” “WP Extra File Types,” and “FileBird.”
6. Cloud Storage Services:
   • Instead of hosting large files on your server, consider using a cloud storage service like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Amazon S3 to store and share large files. You can then embed links or use plugins to display these files on your WordPress site.
7. Content Delivery Network (CDN):
   • Utilize a CDN service to serve large files efficiently. CDNs can distribute your content across multiple servers worldwide, reducing the load on your hosting server and ensuring faster downloads for users.
8. Optimize Images and Media:
   • Before uploading large images or media files, optimize them to reduce file size while maintaining quality. Several plugins and online tools are available for this purpose.