Send large files

If files are too large to be sent by email, the University of Bern recommends using Switch Filesender. This external service allows you to send large files up to 50 GB. Several files can be uploaded at the same time. There is a limit of 300 GB for all files together. This service is free of charge for members of the University. Switch stores the data on its servers in Switzerland.

Switch Filesender also allows you to send external people a "voucher" so they can send files to you.

 

Switch Filesender Login

To log in to Switch Filesender, you need a Campus Account that is linked to a Switch edu-ID account (see instructions "Create Switch edu-ID"; in German). You then log in to Switch Filesender using your Switch edu-ID.

If you would like an external person without a SWITCH edu-ID to send you a file via SWITCH Filesender, log in and navigate to “Guests” in the top menu bar. There you can enter the person's email address and generate a "voucher" that gives them access for up to 60 days.

Resources

The instructions below explain how to upload and send a file.

After uploading a file, you receive a download link that you can share with the recipient or send directly via Switch Filesender. The file is automatically deleted after the expiry date you set (max. 60 days) or you can delete it manually beforehand.

University of Bern regulations

Please consult the University of Bern information and regulations below. Please note that in the case of international research collaborations, export controls may be relevant not only for the exchange of files, but also for the informal exchange of knowledge by email.

Note also:

  • Sending or forwarding sensitive data by email is not permitted. If you want to forward files, make sure that sensitive data is sent securely. Depending on the sensitivity of the data, this can be done with a password, an encrypted zip file or general mail encryption.