Space Upgrade
What is the Space Upgrade?
Free WordPress.com blogs come with 3000 megabytes (~3 GBs) of space for storing uploaded files and images.
The Space Upgrade gives you an additional 5, 15, or 25 gigabytes of storage space, and allows you to upload music in addition to images. You cannot upload audio files or music without the space upgrade.
To upload and embed videos directly onto your blog, you need to purchase VideoPress. The new policy is active since May 6, 2009. All video blogs with active space upgrade before or on May 6, 2009 automatically receive a 1-year free VideoPress subscription.
How much does it cost?
For the most recent prices for the Space Upgrade and other upgrades, check out the list under the Upgrades tab in your dashboard.
How do I buy the Space Upgrade?
You can purchase the Space Upgrade under the Upgrades tab on your dashboard.
What kind of files can I upload?
Free blogs can upload images (jpg, jpeg, png, gif), documents (pdf, doc, odt) and presentations (ppt).
In addition to those file types, blogs with a space upgrade can also upload audio (mp3, m4a, wav, ogg).
To upload videos (mp4, mov, wmv, avi, mpg, m4v), VideoPress is needed.
Can I purchase more than one Space Upgrade?
Yes. Space upgrades are cumulative. If you purchase a 5 GB upgrade, you’ll have a total of 8 GB of storage space (your free 3 GB, plus purchased 5 GB). If you purchase a 15 GB upgrade next, you’ll have a total of 23 GB of storage space, and so on.
Does the Space Upgrade apply to all my blogs, or just one?
Upgrades apply to one blog each.
Is there a limit on transfers, bandwidth, downloads?
No.
Is there a limit on file size?
Nope. We support 1+ GB files.
What happens to my files when my space upgrade expires?
You will not be able to upload any new files until you renew the upgrade.
How do I upload files?
Visit the Posts -> Add New (or Pages -> Add New) of your dashboard, and click on any of the appropriate the Upload/Insert icons. Here are some step-by-step instructions.
How do I know how much space I have remaining?
You can review how much space you have remaining from Media -> Library in your blog’s dashboard.
How do I remove files?
Visit the Media Library of your dashboard. Hover your mouse over a file to receive your options; then, click the Delete link to remove it. Note: files that are deleted cannot be recovered, so choose wisely.
Are there other options for uploading files besides the Space Upgrade?
If you have run out of space or would like to upload other types of files, some alternative options are:
- Use an external content hosting service such as Flickr or YouTube, and link to or embed your remote images and videos.
- Upload to a dedicated file hosting or file sharing service.
- Remove some of your existing files to make room for new ones.
Can I cancel my Space Upgrade?
If for whatever reason you’re not happy, contact us within 30 days for a full refund.
Last modified: November 15, 2009
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