What are the differences between Files and Attachments in Salesforce?

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July 2, 2020

The following are the differences between Files and attachments in Salesforce:

Files


Attachments



Files need to upload, store, find, follow, share, and collaborate on Salesforce files in the cloud.
Attach files to records from the Attachments related list on selected detail pages.


We can upload a file and store it privately until you’re ready to share it. We can share the files with groups, users, etc.
We can add a file to a specific record such as opportunity, event by attaching it on the Attachments related list.


It supports all file types.
It supports all file types.


The maximum file size can be uploaded is 2 GB.
The maximum file size uploaded for file attachments is 25 MB and feed attachments are 2 GB

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Anita M.
Distribution Center Manager
★★★★★★★★★★
4.5/5 · 9/21/2026

Time-Saving Integration with Excellent Support

"I like that APPSeCONNECT saves us a lot of time by automating the import of sales orders from Shopify into SAP Business One. It helps in updating business partner contact information, which is great because before we had to hand-type the orders, but now it's all imported smoothly."

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