To send long videos on an iPhone, you can use several effective methods since large video files often exceed the size limits of standard text messages:
Methods to Send Long Videos on iPhone
1. AirDrop
- Best for sending large videos to nearby Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac).
- Ensure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled on both devices.
- On your iPhone, open the Photos app, select the video, tap the Share icon, then tap AirDrop and choose the recipient.
- The recipient will get a prompt to accept the transfer
2. iCloud Link
- Requires iCloud Photos to be turned on.
- Select the video in Photos, tap Share, then tap Options and choose Copy iCloud Link.
- Paste this link into Messages, Mail, or another app to send.
- The recipient can download the video from the link within 30 days
3. Mail Drop
- Send large videos as email attachments using Mail Drop.
- In Photos, select the video, tap Share, then Mail.
- Enter recipient details and send.
- Mail Drop stores the video for 30 days for the recipient to download
4. Cloud Storage Services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox)
- Upload the video to a cloud service app on your iPhone.
- Share the generated link with the recipient via any messaging app.
- This works well especially for cross-platform sharing (iPhone to Android)
5. Third-party File Transfer Apps (e.g., Smash)
- Apps like Smash specialize in sending large files quickly and securely.
- Upload the video via the app and share the generated link with the recipient
Summary Table
Method| Best For| Requirements| Notes
---|---|---|---
AirDrop| Nearby Apple devices| Wi-Fi & Bluetooth enabled| Fast, direct
transfer
iCloud Link| Any recipient with internet| iCloud Photos enabled| Link valid
for 30 days
Mail Drop| Email recipients| Mail app| Attachment available for 30 days
Cloud Storage| Cross-platform sharing| Cloud app (Google Drive, Dropbox)|
Requires upload and link sharing
Smash App| Large files, fast transfer| Smash app or website| Secure, easy for
very large files
These methods provide flexible options depending on whether the recipient is nearby, what device they use, or if you prefer sending links rather than files directly
