What’s the most efficient way to handle large file storage in MongoDB?

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How can I store big files (like images, videos, PDFs, etc.) in MongoDB in a way that is safe, fast, and doesn’t slow down the database?

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Hey Suheb,

If you’re working with large files (like images, videos, or documents), the most efficient way in MongoDB is usually to use GridFS. It’s built for handling large files , it splits them into chunks and stores them across collections, so you don’t hit size limits or performance issues.

For smaller files (under 16MB), storing them directly in a document using Buffer or BinData is possible, but it’s not great for performance long-term , especially if you’re dealing with lots of them.

Another common pattern is to store the actual files in a dedicated file storage service (like cloud object storage), and just save the file path or URL in MongoDB.