Supported file types
This article explains which file types you can upload to MobilityManager, how the platform handles them, and why the category you choose matters more than the file format.
The platform accepts any file type
The DocumentModule does not restrict uploads to a fixed set of file extensions or formats. Any file is accepted as long as it meets the two universal rules: it is not empty and it is within the 50 MB size limit. What the platform enforces on every upload is a valid category, not a particular file format.
How the file's type is recorded
When you upload, the platform stores the file's content type (MIME type) exactly as your browser reports it, along with the original file name and its extension. If no content type is provided, the file is recorded as a generic binary type. That stored content type is what the platform sends back on download, so files open in the right application later.
| Detail | Behavior |
|---|---|
| Content type | Stored as sent by the browser; up to 100 characters. Defaults to a generic binary type if absent. |
| File name | Preserved as uploaded, up to 256 characters. The extension is kept. |
| Size | Recorded in bytes; must be within the 50 MB limit. |
Typical files by record type
Although any format is allowed, most teams use a small, predictable set:
- Belege (receipts/expense documents) — PDF or image scans of invoices and receipts.
- Damage cases — photos (JPEG, PNG) of the damage and PDF reports or estimates.
- Strafmandate (penalty notices) — PDF or image scans of the notice.
- Driver's licence checks — front and back images of the licence.
- Vehicle files (Fahrzeugakte) — registration documents, contracts, and inspection certificates, usually PDF.
Tip: PDF is the safest choice for documents you want reviewers to open reliably across devices, and JPEG or PNG is best for photos. These are conventions, not restrictions — the platform will store other formats too.
Practical guidance
Because there is no format filter, a few habits keep your document library clean and useful:
- Prefer widely readable formats (PDF for documents, JPEG or PNG for photos) so colleagues can open files without special software.
- Give files meaningful names before uploading — the name is preserved and shown in the document list.
- Keep scans within 50 MB; if a multi-page scan is too large, lower the resolution or split it.
Note: Since the platform does not inspect file contents for format, treat uploads like any file share: only upload files from trusted sources, and rely on your organization's own antivirus and endpoint controls for scanning.
Related
- Uploading a document and file size limits
- Managing document categories
- How documents work across the platform
- Downloading a document
