How to send and receive files via Viber on mobile

Viber not only allows users to text, call, and video call for free, but it also supports sending and receiving files effortlessly. You can quickly share various file types, including PDFs, DOCs, DOCXs, and XLS formats through the Viber app.

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Follow the steps below to learn how to send and receive files via Viber:

Instructions to Send and Receive Files via Viber

  1. Step 1: Open the Viber app on your phone and select a friend or group you want to send files to. Next, click on the three dots icon below the text box, then choose Send file. Navigate to the desired file in your phone’s storage to send it.
  2. Step 2: Once you find the file you wish to send, click on it to share. When you receive a notification for an incoming file, simply click on the download arrow icon to save it to your device. The same process applies when receiving files from others.

Note: Downloaded files are typically saved in the Downloads folder within your phone's file management system.

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Video Tutorial: Sending and Receiving Files via Viber

With Viber, you can share files with friends or groups instantly without the need for email or file-sharing websites, making it incredibly convenient!

Wishing you successful file transfers!

(36) Comments

  1. Nina CoolCat -

    Amazing article! I can’t believe I was wasting time on other apps. Viber rules

  2. Kevin Techie -

    What other features should we know about Viber? I feel like I’m just scratching the surface

  3. Pat the Helper -

    I didn’t know you could send video files too! This is so versatile!

  4. Olivia Wonder -

    I just shared this post with my group. Everyone needs to know about this feature!

  5. Grace Supporter -

    This is super helpful! I’ve shared files via WhatsApp, but Viber seems like a better option now.

  6. Emily Tips -

    Great insights! I used to feel frustrated trying to share bigger files, but now I can do it with ease

  7. Liz ViberTech -

    I’ve been using Viber for years and never knew I could share files this way! Mind-blowing

  8. Vicky Happy -

    Fantastic explanation! I’ve been missing out on some cool features of Viber. Will share this with my friends

  9. Alex the Techie -

    This is a game changer for my work! Sending documents through Viber is so much faster than email

  10. Anna ShareIt -

    Anyone else experience issues while sending big files? I need some help with that

  11. Harry EasyPeasy -

    I love how straightforward this guide is! It’s all I needed to get my files shared in no time

  12. Sarah Lee -

    I found this guide extremely useful! Sending files via Viber has never been simpler. Thanks for sharing

  13. David QuickHelp -

    Anyone knows if the files sent via Viber are saved in any cloud or just locally? Would love some clarification

  14. Julia HelpMe -

    Does anyone know if Viber compresses files? I noticed the quality sometimes isn't great

  15. Tommy ViberPro -

    I’ve sent files before but never knew about this feature until now. Appreciate the tips

  16. Kathy Cute -

    OMG! I didn’t know you could send files so easily through Viber. This just saved me a lot of time!

  17. Scott TechSavvy -

    Anyone else having trouble sending very large files? Looking for solutions

  18. Leo PetLover -

    Finally, a solid explanation on using Viber for file transfers! I’ve been lost in the app forever

  19. Chloe P -

    This made my day! I’m going to try sending my project report via Viber tomorrow

  20. Fiona AllTime -

    Loved this article! I was always confused about how to send files effectively. Finally got it

  21. Garry ITExpert -

    Great tips! I love how user-friendly Viber is for file sharing now. Makes work-life easier!

  22. Max from London -

    The step-by-step format was perfect! I often get lost in tech guides, but this was simple.

  23. Rex the Cat -

    LOL, I can finally send cat pics without worrying about quality loss! Thanks, Viber team

  24. Bob the Builder -

    This is incredibly helpful! Just tested it out and everything works seamlessly. Cheers

  25. Jill AlwaysHere -

    Totally agree with you, Alex! Viber is surprisingly effective for file sharing

  26. Mike G. H. -

    This was really helpful! Definitely going to be sharing this with my colleagues. Cheers

  27. Alice Feedback -

    I appreciate how thorough this post is. Keep up the great work

  28. Mike 1234 -

    Quick question: does the file size matter when using Viber to send files?

  29. John Doe -

    This article is super helpful! I’ve always struggled with file sharing on Viber, but now it seems so easy

  30. Patty Sharing -

    I appreciate this guide a lot! It’s so straightforward and easy to follow! Gonna try it for work

  31. Chris 87 -

    Viber is underrated for file sharing! I appreciate you pointing this out. I’ll be using it more now!

  32. Tim FileGuy -

    This was a lifesaver! I can share my designs much faster now. Thank you so much!

  33. Bruce FunGuy -

    Yay! I finally figured out how to send files on Viber! This will change my messaging game

  34. Jenny at Home -

    Wow, I didn’t know Viber had this capability! Is there a limit to the number of files you can send at once?

  35. Linda Fun -

    I just helped my grandma send her first file through Viber! Thanks for the simple instructions

  36. Sam Funny -

    What’s next, sharing pizza through Viber? 😂 Thanks for the fun read

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