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Big File Uploads – Increase Maximum File Upload Size

By Infinite Uploads

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Big File Uploads – Increase Maximum File Upload Size Review - In-Depth Analysis

Enable large file uploads in WordPress media uploader with file chunking. Set maximum upload size based on user role.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.85/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 400+ reviews)

Active Installations

100,000+

Update Frequency

Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Big File Uploads lets you upload large media files directly to the media library with the WordPress media uploader. Increase your maximum upload size to any value as large as your available disk space allows and add file chunking to avoid server timeout errors.

Bypass the upload limits on your server set by your hosting provider that prevent you from uploading large files to your media library. Big File Uploads automatically detects upload limits set by your server or hosting provider, allows you to increase the maximum upload size, and prevents timeout errors by uploading files in chunks.

No messing with Apache or PHP initialization files or settings. Just activate the plugin, set the upload size as large as you like, and use the media uploader as you normally would.

Comparing to Alternatives

Big File Uploads – Increase Maximum File Upload Size is a popular plugin for managing large file uploads, with several alternatives available that offer similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly rated with a 4.9 average from nearly 400 users
Simple and intuitive interface praised by users
Effectively solves upload size limits including Cloudflare restrictions
Reliable and works flawlessly across multiple sites
Offers a pro version with additional features

Weaknesses

Has had security vulnerabilities in past versions, though fixed in recent updates
Recent updates introduced nagware behavior annoying some users
Some users may find alternatives with more role-based controls or execution time settings
Not the only option available, so users should compare features

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 97.2% 5-star rating and very few low ratings, users overwhelmingly praise the plugin for its ease of use and effectiveness in increasing upload limits.

Positive highlights

'Excelente!!! Un plugin que me ha resuelto muchísimo.' — casidispatricia
'Very well recommended. This plugin makes my life easier!' — ADW Marketing & Film
'Easy to install and manage. Very simple to use and intuitive.' — fryguys007
'Highly recommended! Great work by the developers.' — alwadah
'Works exactly as expected, reliable and saves time.' — Tatiana Sławecka

Common complaints

Recent update introduced persistent nagware ads in admin pages that cannot be dismissed, frustrating users.

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities including full path disclosure and CSRF issues, though fixed in latest versions
Nagware behavior in recent updates negatively impacts user experience
Limited advanced role-based upload controls compared to some alternatives

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, reliable solution to increase maximum file upload sizes on their WordPress sites without complex configuration.

Not ideal for

Users who prioritize plugins without any nagware or those requiring advanced role-based upload limits and execution time controls might consider other options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential functionality to increase maximum upload file size with an easy setup and reliable performance.

Pro version

The pro version offers additional premium features, enhancing upload capabilities and possibly providing more customization options.

Final Verdict

Big File Uploads – Increase Maximum File Upload Size is a highly effective and user-friendly plugin that addresses common upload size limitations with excellent user satisfaction. Its strong rating and positive reviews highlight its reliability and ease of use.

However, users should be aware of past security vulnerabilities that have been addressed and recent nagware additions that may detract from the experience. Those seeking a clean, no-nagware solution or advanced role-based controls might explore alternatives. Overall, it remains a solid choice for most users needing to increase upload limits.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Big File Uploads – Increase Maximum File Upload Size plugin.

Increase File Size Limit

Increase Upload Limit

Max Upload File Size

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FAQ

Uploads can be as large as available disk space for temporary files allows, or up to the maximum upload size limit you set in Settings -> Big File Uploads -> Uploading Files.