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Fix OneDrive QuotaExceeded Error When Uploading Large ZIP Files
Question details
The user is unable to upload a very large ZIP file to OneDrive due to a quota error, despite having sufficient cloud storage space.
- Product
- Microsoft OneDrive
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Attempting to upload an 81.6 GB ZIP archive to a OneDrive account with 100 GB of available storage.
- Observed behavior
- The file upload reaches the end of the process but ultimately fails, displaying a QuotaExceeded error message.
Verify your total available OneDrive storage space online and ensure your local hard drive has enough free space for temporary cache files used during the upload process.
Split the Large ZIP Archive into Smaller Files
Divide your large ZIP file into multiple smaller volumes to bypass individual file size limits imposed by browsers or sync clients.
While OneDrive theoretically supports individual files up to 250 GB, older sync clients, specific web browsers, or certain account types may enforce lower thresholds. Splitting the file ensures a more stable upload process.
Download and install a reliable file archiving program such as 7-Zip or WinRAR on your computer.
Right-click the large ZIP file you want to upload, select your archiving tool from the context menu, and click 'Add to archive...'.
In the archive creation window, locate the 'Split to volumes, bytes' dropdown menu or text box.
Enter a smaller size limit (such as 10 GB or 20 GB) and click 'OK' to let the program divide your large file into multiple smaller parts.
Drag and drop the newly created smaller archive parts into your OneDrive folder or upload them via the web interface individually.
Upload via the OneDrive Web Interface
Use the official OneDrive website directly, which can sometimes bypass limitations or bugs present in the local desktop sync application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum file size I can upload to OneDrive?
Microsoft OneDrive currently supports uploading individual files up to 250 GB. However, this maximum limit can be restricted by the web browser you are using, the version of the OneDrive sync app installed, or your specific Microsoft account type.
Why does OneDrive show a QuotaExceeded error when I have plenty of storage space left?
This error often occurs when a single file is too large for the current upload method to process. It can also happen if the temporary cache directory on your local hard drive (which is used to stage the file during upload) runs out of space before the file is fully transferred to the cloud.
Can I resume a failed large file upload on OneDrive?
If you are using the OneDrive desktop sync client, it typically attempts to resume interrupted uploads automatically in the background. However, if the upload fails while using the web browser interface, you will usually need to restart the entire upload process from the beginning.
