Perplexity query limits: Pro Search, Deep Research and files on Free and Pro

Symptoms

• Pro Search refuses after a few queries a day
• Deep Research is unavailable until tomorrow
• File uploads are limited

Causes and fixes

1. The free plan has a few Pro Searches and Deep Research runs a day

What to do: Regular search has no limit; for heavy reviews Pro gives hundreds of queries a day

2. Choosing a strong model uses the Pro Search limit

What to do: Keep the default model for simple questions

3. A daily file limit on the free plan

What to do: Paste the text into the query or move to Pro

4. Labs and Deep Research on Pro also have a monthly limit

What to do: Check the remaining allowance in settings; Max removes the caps

Common problems and fixes

• Perplexity not working: four causes and what to do

About Perplexity

Answer engine with a citation for every claim, for counterparty checks and market reviews. Paid plans from $20/mo. Free plan available.

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