What happens when you reach each limit
Reaching a limitWhat happens when you reach each limit; Why plan limits are finite.
Limits can block new activity, but they do not remove existing files.
| Limit reached | What stops | What keeps working |
|---|---|---|
| Storage full | New transfers cannot be added | Everything already stored, downloads, playback |
| Delivery allowance spent | Downloads and playback | Transfers, the library itself |
| Torrent too large | That one transfer | Everything else |
| Transfer slots full | Nothing — extras wait | All of it |
| Download slots full | New downloads until one finishes | All of it |
The one rule underneath all of it
Files are not deleted for reaching a usage limit. Files can still be removed by retention expiry, a plan ending, or a copyright takedown.
Tip: Account shows which limit is affecting you, and the error message names the specific limit.
Why plan limits are finite
Storage, torrent size, and monthly delivery all have stated limits rather than hidden throttling.
Storage, largest torrent, monthly delivery, transfer concurrency, and download concurrency all have limits. Paid plans can keep files without an expiry while the subscription is active.
Why the limits exist
gettor uses stated limits instead of advertising unlimited use and applying hidden restrictions.
What the limits manage
- Storage limits cap how much space one account can use.
- The largest-torrent limit protects shared transfer capacity.
- The monthly delivery allowance limits bandwidth used for downloads and streaming.
- Free-plan retention prevents unused files from remaining indefinitely.
When limits may change
Plan limits can increase when the service can support the change reliably.
Note: If a limit does not fit a legitimate use case, contact support instead of trying to bypass it.