# Google Drive

Source: https://flywp.com/docs/site/backups/google-drive/

Introducing Google Drive as a FlyWP Backup Provider

At FlyWP, we prioritise the security and reliability of your WordPress site backups. That’s why we offer seamless integration with Google Drive as a backup storage provider. With this option, you can automatically store your site backups in your own Google Drive account, ensuring that your data remains safe, accessible, and under your control.

[Video: Set up Google Drive as a Backup Provider in FlyWP with OAuth integration | Quick Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=258heOpKJms)

## **To Setup Google Drive as FlyWP Backup Provider, follow these steps**

1\. **Go to** Team Settings → Backups and click **“Add New Provider”**.  
This is where you manage your backup providers and overall site backup strategy.

![Image](https://flywp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-2-1024x577.png)

2\. Select **Google Drive** from the provider list. Click **“Connect Account”** and authenticate using your Google account via OAuth.

![Image](https://flywp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-3-1024x575.png)

You’ll be redirected to Google to grant secure access. FlyWP does **not** store your login details—only a token is used to allow backups.

3\. Update the **Provider Name** for clarity. Click **“Add Provider”** to finish connecting your Google Drive account.

![Image](https://flywp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-4-1024x575.png)

If you’re managing backups for multiple sites or teams, renaming the provider (e.g., “Client Drive or My Drive”) can help you stay organized.

4\. In a new browser tab, **open Google Drive** and create a folder (e.g., FlyWP Backups).

![Image](https://flywp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-7-1024x575.png)

This folder will be the destination for all your backups. Keeping backups in a dedicated folder helps you stay tidy and avoids clutter.

5\. Copy the **Root Folder ID** from the URL.

- Example URL:  
  {'https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1aBcD2EfGHIjkLmnOPqrsTuv'}
  - **Folder ID =** 1aBcD2EfGHIjkLmnOPqrsTuv

The Folder ID uniquely identifies where the backups should be saved in your Drive. It’s the long string at the end of the URL.

6\. Return to FlyWP → Backups → Click **“Backup Settings.”** This is where you tell FlyWP exactly where to store your backups on Google Drive. Paste the **Root Folder ID** into the appropriate field.

![Image](https://flywp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-8-1024x575.png)

Make sure it’s correct—backups won’t work if the ID is wrong or the folder isn’t accessible.

7\. Configure your backup preferences:

- **Frequency** (Daily, Hourly)  
  Choose how often backups should run automatically.
- **Retention Period** Define how many days to keep old backups before deleting them.
- **Include/Exclude Site Files** You can back up the entire site or just the database.
- **Exclude Specific Folders** (optional)  
  Useful for skipping large or unnecessary folders like /uploads/tmp/.

Finally, click **“Save Backup Options.”**

This will lock in your backup settings and apply them going forward.

8\. Click **“Create Manual Backup”** to test the connection.

![Image](https://flywp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-9-1024x575.png)

This manually starts a backup process and ensures your setup is working.

9\. If everything is set up correctly, you’ll see a **“Backup Successful”** pop-up.

![Image](https://flywp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image-10-1024x575.png)

Congrats! Your site has been backed up to Google Drive successfully.

<em>**PS: To download the backup from Google Drive, please ensure that you are logged in through the same account as the backup account on your browser.**</em>

## **You’re All Set!**

Your FlyWP site is now securely backing up to Google Drive. Future scheduled backups will follow the same configuration you just tested.

## **Need Help?**

If you run into any issues during setup:

- Check if your Google Drive has enough available space.
- Verify the folder ID is correct.
- Contact FlyWP Support via your dashboard.