Description
MaxUpload – Upload Larger Files Easily | Maximize Server Timeouts lets you overcome default WordPress upload size restrictions.
Whether you’re uploading videos, ZIPs, or other large files, this plugin makes it smooth and stress-free using chunked uploads and a clean, responsive drag-and-drop interface.
You can customize server limits (like upload_max_filesize, post_max_size, memory_limit, and max_execution_time) directly in your WordPress dashboard – no need to edit php.ini or .htaccess.
Built for content creators, developers, and agencies.
🔧 Key Features
- ✅ Drag-and-drop uploader for large media files
- 🔄 Chunked uploads to bypass server-imposed size limits
- ⚙️ Change
upload_max_filesize,post_max_size,memory_limit, andmax_execution_timefrom the admin panel - 👥 Role-based restrictions (e.g., limit editors to 500MB, admins to 5GB)
- 🌍 Allow public uploads via shortcode
- 🔗 Seamless form integrations (WPForms, Contact Form 7, Gravity Forms)
- 🎨 Responsive UI with Bootstrap styles and a built-in FAQ section
- 📂 Media Library integration (adds a “Big File Upload” button)
Screenshots
Plugin settings panel with upload and memory limit options 
Media Library view with “Big File Upload” option 
Front-end drag-and-drop uploader interface 
Shortcode uploader displayed in a page or post
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/or install via the WordPress plugin dashboard. - Activate MaxUpload – Upload Larger Files Easily through the ‘Plugins’ menu.
- Visit Media > MaxUpload to configure your settings.
- Use the
[maxu82up_big_upload]shortcode to enable front-end upload forms. - Go to Media > Library, click Big File Upload, and start uploading!
FAQ
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❓ What happens if I set a limit higher than the server allows?
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Your server configuration takes precedence. To raise actual limits, edit
php.ini,.htaccess, or contact your host. -
⏱️ What’s a good value for max execution time?
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300–600 seconds is a safe range for large uploads, depending on your hosting environment.
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🔄 Why don’t my changes apply instantly?
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PHP-FPM or server caching might delay updates. Clear your cache or restart PHP processes.
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🗂️ Can I upload files over 2GB?
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Yes — but only if your server supports it. Many shared hosts cap file uploads at 2GB.
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📊 How can I see my current upload limits?
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Go to Tools > Site Health > Info > Server or ask your web host directly.
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Contributors & Developers
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Changelog
1.0
- Initial release
- Chunked upload support
- Server limit configuration
- Drag-and-drop uploader UI
- Role-based limits
- Form plugin integrations