What is the best solution in Webflow for allowing applicants to upload a video file larger than the 10MB limit for single-file uploads?
In Webflow, the default file upload limit is set to 10MB for single-file uploads. However, there are a few ways you can work around this limitation to allow applicants to upload video files larger than 10MB. Here are a couple of possible solutions:
1. Cloud storage integration: Instead of directly uploading the video file to Webflow, you can integrate with a cloud storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox. In this approach, you can provide applicants with a link to upload their video file to the cloud storage service, and then ask them to share the link with you. You can then access and manage the uploaded video files directly from the cloud storage service.
2. File compression and conversion: If you don't want to rely on external services, another option is to ask applicants to compress or convert their video files before uploading. There are several video compression tools available online that can reduce the file size without significantly impacting the video quality. Some popular tools include HandBrake, FFmpeg, or Adobe Media Encoder. By compressing the video file before uploading, applicants can bring the file size below the 10MB limit.
3. Third-party form integration: You can also leverage third-party form builders like JotForm or Typeform that allow larger file uploads. With these tools, you can create a form specifically for applicants to upload their video files, and the form builder will handle the file upload process. Once the form is submitted, you can embed the form on your Webflow site using custom code or an embed widget provided by the form builder. This way, the applicants can upload larger video files without being restricted by Webflow's file size limit.
It's worth mentioning that these workarounds involve integrating external services or tools, which may require additional setup and configuration. You should carefully evaluate the specific needs of your application and choose the approach that best suits your requirements and technical skillset.