Transferring Your OneDrive Files to Google Drive: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking to transfer your files from OneDrive to Google Drive? Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, I will walk you through the process, step by step, so you can easily move all your files and documents without breaking a sweat.

First things first, let’s start with downloading your files from OneDrive. Open up your web browser and go to the OneDrive website. Sign in using your username and password. Once you’re in, navigate to the folder that contains the files you want to transfer. Select all the files by clicking on the checkbox next to each file or folder. If you want to select everything, click on the checkbox at the top to highlight all files. Easy, right?

Now that you’ve selected your files, it’s time to download them. In the toolbar at the top of the page, click on the “Download” button. You might see a prompt asking if you want to download multiple files. Just click on “Download” again, and your files will start downloading. Sit back and relax while your files make their way from OneDrive to your computer.

Great job! You now have your files safely stored on your computer. But wait, we’re not done yet. We still need to upload them to Google Drive. Don’t worry, it’s a piece of cake!

Open up your web browser once again, but this time, head over to the Google Drive website. Sign in with your Google account credentials. Once you’re logged in, click on the “New” button, and then select “File upload” from the drop-down menu. Find the folder where you saved your OneDrive files, select them all, and click on the “Open” button. Google Drive will now work its magic, uploading your files one by one.

Voila! Your files have now been successfully transferred from OneDrive to Google Drive. Now you can access them anytime, anywhere, from any device. Isn’t that amazing?

It’s always a good idea to double-check and make sure all your files have been transferred correctly. Take a few moments to browse through your Google Drive and ensure that everything is in its right place.

Now that you know how to transfer your OneDrive files to Google Drive, you can easily switch between cloud storage platforms without losing any of your important files. So go ahead and give it a try. Happy file transferring!

Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive are two of the biggest cloud storage platforms in the world. If you want to stay organized, you’d probably want to keep all your files in one place instead of using both options. But transferring files can be a lot of work. What if you’ve been using OneDrive and now want to switch to Google Drive because it has the features you need?

If that’s the case, I can guide you on how to transfer your files from OneDrive to Google Drive.

How to Transfer OneDrive Files to Google Drive

There are two easy ways to transfer your OneDrive files to Google Drive. The first solution is free but requires some effort, while the second method involves paying for the transfer.

1. Transfer Files Manually

The first method is relatively simple and doesn’t require any app. All you need is OneDrive and Google Drive open in separate tabs on your browser. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Open OneDrive and find the files you want to transfer.
2. Select the files you want to transfer. You can choose multiple files by clicking the check button next to them.
3. Click Download once you’ve selected your files.
4. Go to Google Drive and click New.
   
5. Click File upload and choose the OneDrive files you just downloaded.

To make it easier, you can organize your files into a folder after downloading them from OneDrive. Instead of selecting File upload, choose Folder upload in Google Drive and then select the downloaded folder. The only downside is that it might take a while if you have many files.

Downloading all files from Google Drive is simple, but on OneDrive, it can be time-consuming if there are many files and folders. In the debate on OneDrive vs. Google Drive vs. Dropbox, there’s no clear winner. The best cloud storage service is the one that meets all your needs.

2. Use a Third-Party App

If you have a lot of files to transfer from OneDrive to Google Drive, you can use a third-party app to do it. There are plenty of apps available, but one popular choice is VaultMe. The best thing about it is its user-friendly approach.

Keep in mind that this method is not free. You’ll have to pay to migrate your files from OneDrive to Google Drive.

Once you’ve signed up for VaultMe and set up the initial migration form, you’ll get a quote of how much you need to pay for transferring the files. Plans start at $12.99, but if you have a lot of files, the final bill could be higher.

VaultMe is fully automated and claims to be GDPR compliant, so you don’t have to worry about your data being shared with anyone.

How to Sync OneDrive Files to Google Drive

This method doesn’t transfer your files from OneDrive to Google Drive. However, it automatically syncs any files you upload to OneDrive to Google Drive. You can do this using an app called Power Automate from Microsoft. This app is part of Microsoft 365 and lets you set up different automations.

1. Open Google Drive and create a folder called OneDrive Sync.
2. Open OneDrive and create a folder called Google Drive Sync.
3. Go to OneDrive and click the grid icon at the top.
4. Look for Power Automate.
5. Click New.
6. Click Sync new OneDrive files to Google Drive Files.

7. You’ll be asked to sign in to your Google Drive and OneDrive accounts.
8. Once the login is complete, click Continue.

9. Choose your Folder Paths, which are the Google Drive Sync Folder and OneDrive Sync Folder.

Power Automate eliminates the hassle of keeping your Google Drive updated with your latest uploads to OneDrive. This can save you a lot of time compared to switching, downloading, and re-uploading files.

Moving Files Between OneDrive and Google Drive Isn’t Hard

With the right steps, you can move your OneDrive files to Google Drive in minutes. If you aren’t transferring many files, we suggest doing it manually since it’s free. However, if there are gigabytes worth of files, consider using a third-party app like VaultMe instead. If you’re fully switching to Google’s cloud storage, check out how to create a shareable QR code for Google Drive files and folders.

Q: Can I directly transfer OneDrive files to Google Drive?

A: Unfortunately, OneDrive cannot directly sync with Google Drive. You must use one of the steps above to transfer your files from one account to another. Using a third-party app is the most convenient way to do it.

Q: How much storage does a OneDrive free account have?

A: OneDrive gives you 5 GB of storage space for free. If you want to expand it, you can pay as low as $19.99 a year for an extra 100 GB of space. The maximum allowed space is 6 TB, costing $99.99 a year.

Q: How much storage does a free Google Drive account have?

A: Google gives you 15 GB of storage space for a free account. You can expand your storage space for as low as $1.99 per month for an extra 100 GB. For $2.99, you can get 2 TB of space.