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videoinvolver
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12 months ago

Can I upload 1 TB to a shared folder when I'm on a Basic plan?

My friend who has 2TB of free space has shared an empty folder with me. I'm on a basic plan with only 2GB of space. Can I upload 1TB to the shared folder directly from my computer?
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Jay
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12 months ago

Hi videoinvolver, thanks for posting today!

 

This wouldn't be possible, since shared folders take up quota on all active members' accounts. 

 

What you could ask from your friend is a file request link, that way you can upload direct to their account without it affecting your quota.

 

Let me know how it goes!

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