Uploading files
Alva Digital Downloads stores files in dedicated cloud storage and serves them through signed download links. This category covers supported formats, per-file size limits, and how to group multiple files into reusable packs.
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Upload your first file
Open the Files page, drag a file into the uploader, and confirm it appears in the file list ready to attach to a product.
Read article → Quick answerWhat file types can I sell with Alva
Alva accepts any file format — PDFs, audio, video, software, fonts, 3D, niche extensions. There's no allowlist.
Read article → Quick answerReplace a file without breaking customer access
Swap the file's bytes — existing customer download links keep working. Pack ZIPs regenerate automatically.
Read article → Quick answerIs there a file size limit on Alva uploads
Single files up to 5 GB. Per-shop storage allotment depends on plan tier.
Read article →Ready to start selling digital products?
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