How to send RAW photos to clients
By the WispFile team · Updated 24 September 2026
To send RAW photos at full size, send the files themselves, not through a chat app or social platform, which re-compress images. A shoot of a few hundred RAW files easily passes free cloud limits. Sending the folder directly keeps every file untouched and the folder structure intact.
Key facts
- RAW files do not shrink when zipped; do not bother.
- Chat apps and many social platforms re-compress photos.
- Send the edited JPEGs first, RAWs only if the client asked for them.
- Folders arrive as folders in Chrome and Edge.
A clean photo delivery
- Put the selects in folders:
01_edited_jpg,02_raw. - Drop the parent folder onto WispFile.
- Set the link to one download if the set should not travel further.
- Send the link; keep the tab open until the client has everything.
Why not a gallery or cloud folder?
Client galleries are great for proofing and choosing. For handing over the final files, a direct transfer avoids storage fees, expiry dates and a copy on a third-party server. Use whichever fits the stage of the job.
Frequently asked questions
Will the client get the original RAW files?
Yes: the exact files, each checked on arrival.
How many photos can I send at once?
Up to 1,000 files in one transfer, with no size limit set.
Can the client send me photos too?
Yes, through an inbox link. See requesting files from clients.
Related guides
- The best way to send video files to clients — A delivery workflow for editors: full quality, no leftover copies.
- How to send a folder without zipping it — Keep the folder structure without the zip step.
- How to send large files for free — The real free limits, and a free way past them.
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