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Sending long videos on iPhone might seem like a daunting task due to file size limits and different platforms' restrictions. However, it is entirely manageable...

Sending long videos on iPhone might seem like a daunting task due to file size limits and different platforms' restrictions. However, it is entirely manageable by using several methods. This guide explores how to send videos of various lengths on an iPhone, including those longer than 15 seconds and up to 10 minutes.

How to Send a Video That is Too Big

When you encounter a big video that exceeds the file size limit for regular messaging or email, you can:

1. Use iCloud

Share the video via an iCloud link, allowing recipients on iOS devices, Mac, Windows, and Android to access it.

2. Use Mail Drop

Through the Mail app on your iPhone, use Mail Drop to send large video files. It uploads the video to iCloud, and recipients can download it.

3. Share Via Airdrop

For Apple devices like iPhone, iPad, and Mac, you can use AirDrop. Ensure both devices have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on.

4. Use Cloud Storage Services

Platforms like Google Drive and Dropbox enable you to upload large video files and share links with recipients.

5. Use File-Sharing Apps

Apps like WhatsApp allow you to send long videos by compressing video size without significant loss in quality.

What's the Longest Video You Can Send from iPhone?

The length of the video you can send depends on the method and platform. For example:

  • iMessage: Up to 100 MB
  • Email with Mail Drop: Up to 5 GB
  • Cloud Storage Services: Varies by provider

How to Send Long Videos Through Different Means

Through Text (iMessage)

  1. Open the Photos app
  2. Select the video
  3. Tap the share icon
  4. Select Message and send

From Phone to Email

  1. Tap on the video
  2. Click the share icon
  3. Select Mail and enter the email address

Top 8 Software or Apps for Sending Long Videos

  1. AirDrop: For iOS device users, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
  2. Google Drive: 15 GB free storage, accessible on all platforms.
  3. Dropbox: Cross-platform, with 2 GB free storage.
  4. WhatsApp: Compresses videos; works on iOS and Android devices.
  5. OneDrive: Microsoft’s cloud storage service with 5 GB free storage.
  6. iTunes: For iPhone users to share videos between iOS and MacOS.
  7. Bluetooth File Transfer: For sharing between iOS and Android phone.
  8. Gmail: Using Google’s Mail app, you can send videos as attachments.

Sending long videos from an iPhone to other devices is easy, thanks to various apps and features like iCloud, AirDrop, Google Drive, and more. Whether sending to another iOS device or an Android device, these options provide flexibility for iPhone users to share photos and videos without losing high-quality video content. Always ensure an internet connection for cloud services and remember permissions for file sharing to enjoy seamless control over big video transfers.

Cliff Weitzman

Cliff Weitzman

Cliff Weitzman is a dyslexia advocate and the CEO and founder of Speechify, the #1 text-to-speech app in the world, totaling over 100,000 5-star reviews and ranking first place in the App Store for the News & Magazines category. In 2017, Weitzman was named to the Forbes 30 under 30 list for his work making the internet more accessible to people with learning disabilities. Cliff Weitzman has been featured in EdSurge, Inc., PC Mag, Entrepreneur, Mashable, among other leading outlets.