Hit MEGA's Download Limit? Here's What to Do
If you've seen "Transfer quota exceeded" on MEGA, you've hit their free tier bandwidth limit. MEGA throttles free users to roughly 1-5GB of downloads per 6-hour window (the exact amount varies and isn't published). You can either wait hours for it to reset, pay for MEGA Pro, or use a different service for sharing.
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If you're sharing a file, upload it to storage.to (up to 25GB). No account needed.
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Game Mods & Files
Share mods without recipients hitting download limits mid-download.
Large Archives
Share project archives that multiple people need to download.
Video Files
Share video files without worrying about quota-killed downloads.
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When many people need to download the same file, MEGA quotas hit fast.
Software Distribution
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Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is MEGA's download limit?
MEGA doesn't publish exact numbers, but free users typically get 1-5GB of downloads per 6-hour window. The limit varies and seems to depend on server load and your usage history.
Can I bypass MEGA's download limit?
You can wait for the quota to reset (usually 6 hours), use a VPN (sometimes works), or upgrade to MEGA Pro (starts at €10/month). The simplest option: if you're sharing a file, upload it to storage.to instead.
Does storage.to have any download limits?
No. No transfer quotas, no bandwidth caps, no speed throttling. Files are served via Cloudflare CDN at full speed.
Why does MEGA have download limits?
MEGA offers free encrypted cloud storage, and bandwidth is expensive. Download limits on the free tier help control costs and push users toward paid plans.
Should I stop using MEGA?
MEGA is great for permanent encrypted storage. But for sharing files with others, the download limits create friction. Use MEGA for storage, use storage.to for sharing.
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