How to send heavy photos without quality loss?
RAW, HEIC, 4K videos... Discover how to transfer your high-resolution photos without destructive compression, according to your device and needs.
Solutions by device type
Each device has its specificities. Here's how to optimize your photo transfers.
Photos from iPhone
RAW, HEIC, 4K videos
Specific challenges:
- Live Photos and Portrait mode can weigh 15-30 MB
- 4K videos: 400 MB/minute
- HEIC format sometimes incompatible
- AirDrop limited to local proximity
✓ With FileVert:
FileVert keeps original quality without conversion
Photos from Android
RAW, DNG, high-resolution videos
Specific challenges:
- Pro RAW mode: 25-50 MB per photo
- Google Photos compresses automatically
- Direct sharing limited by apps
- DNG formats poorly supported by email
✓ With FileVert:
Direct transfer without destructive recompression
Professional cameras
RAW, TIFF, HDR series
Specific challenges:
- RAW files: 50-150 MB per photo
- Bracketing series: several GB
- Uncompressed TIFF very large
- SD cards to empty regularly
✓ With FileVert:
Quick backup and instant client sharing
Comparison: quality vs simplicity
Not all solutions preserve the quality of your photos. Here's the truth about each one.
Popular messaging
Compression:
Very aggressive (-80% quality)
Characteristics:
- 16 MB max
- Destructive compression
- Degraded quality
- Metadata removed
iCloud Photos
Apple ecosystem
Compression:
Automatic optimization
Characteristics:
- Only 5 GB free
- Forced synchronization
- Recurring costs
- Apple lock-in
Google Photos
Google storage
Compression:
High quality = compression
Characteristics:
- 15 GB shared Gmail
- Default compression
- Advertising scanning
- US data
FileVert
French sovereign solution
Compression:
Zero compression
Characteristics:
- No compression
- Up to 200 GB
- Metadata preserved
- Original quality
Use cases by creative profile
Different needs according to your creative activity
Wedding photographer
Quick delivery of high-resolution photos to newlyweds
Typical volume
2-5 GB per event
Main challenge
Short delivery time, maximum quality required
Creative agency
Collaboration on visual campaigns with clients
Typical volume
500 MB - 10 GB per project
Main challenge
Quick feedback, multiple versions, usage rights
Influencer/Creator
Sharing UGC content with partner brands
Typical volume
100 MB - 2 GB per deliverable
Main challenge
Instagram/TikTok quality, speed, simplicity
Family/Traveler
Sharing memories without compression
Typical volume
50 MB - 1 GB per album
Main challenge
Simplicity, memory preservation, savings
100% preserved quality
No compression, no conversion. Your RAW photos and 4K videos keep their original quality.
Ultra-fast transfers
Smart multipart upload + global CDN. 3-5x faster than traditional solutions.
Protected metadata
EXIF, geolocation, color profiles preserved. Essential for professionals.
Minimal carbon impact
Temporary storage 2-15 days. No permanent accumulation, 80% less carbon footprint.
Simplified collaboration
Share in 2 clicks, integrated preview, comments. Perfect for creative teams.
French sovereignty
HDS certified hosting in France, strict GDPR compliance, no advertising scanning.
Frequently asked questions about photos
Answers to common questions about sending large photos
Ready to send your photos without compression?
Test FileVert now: preserved quality, fast transfer, fluid collaborations