# How long are files kept?

[Limits & expiry](https://storage.to/help/limits) · Updated 2026-10-01 · Applies to All plans

**Short answer**: Free files expire after 3 days by default, and you can choose anywhere from 1 to 7 days. On a paid plan, files never expire: they stay until you delete them.

## Expiry options

| Plan | Default | Range |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free | 3 days | 1 to 7 days |
| Paid | Never | Never, or 1 to 7 days |

You can [change the expiry](https://storage.to/help/change-expiry) after uploading, as long as the file hasn't expired yet.

> **Paid**: Keep files online for good, from $4.17/mo. If a plan ends, there's a 30-day grace period to get them back. [See plans](https://storage.to/premium)

## Related

- [What happens when a file expires?](https://storage.to/help/file-expired)
- [Can I change when a file expires?](https://storage.to/help/change-expiry)
- [What is the file size limit?](https://storage.to/help/file-size-limit)