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Simple Message Queue (formerly MNS):Limits

Last Updated:May 14, 2026

Simple Message Queue (formerly MNS) imposes constraints and specifications on certain metrics. Make sure that your usage stays within these limits to avoid unexpected behavior in your applications.

Queue model limits

Item

Limit

Description

Name length

120 characters

If exceeded, queue creation fails.

Number of queues

1,000

Note

If you need more, log on to the Quota Center console to apply for an increase to the Maximum Queue Quantity in a Single Region. For detailed steps, see Submit an application to increase a quota.

None

Message size

64 KB

If exceeded, the message is discarded.

Batch operation

16 messages

None

Long polling

30 seconds

None

Message retention period

7 days

After the retention period expires, messages are automatically deleted on a rolling basis. Configure the retention period based on your business requirements.

Topic model limits

Item

Limit

Description

Name length

120 characters

If exceeded, topic creation fails.

Number of topics

1,000

Note

If you need more, log on to the Quota Center console to apply for an increase to the Maximum Topic Quantity in a Single Region. For detailed steps, see Submit an application to increase a quota.

None

Message size

64 KB

If exceeded, the message is discarded.

Subscriptions per topic

100

None

Message retention period

1 day

After the retention period expires, messages are automatically deleted on a rolling basis. Configure the retention period based on your business requirements.

Message filtering tag

1

Used for message filtering. Up to 16 characters.

Queue subscription rule

The queue's message size must be greater than or equal to the topic's message size.

If exceeded, subscription creation fails.

Throttling policy

See Throttling policy.