Latenode
SFTP
Google drive

Automate FTP to Google Drive file transfers and backups

This automation template provides a reliable and automated solution for transferring files from an FTP server to Google Drive. It enables users to efficiently back up, migrate, and synchronize data between these two platforms.

The workflow starts with a manual trigger, scans the FTP directory, filters out only the files (not directories), downloads the files, and then uploads them to the specified Google Drive folder. This integration streamlines file management tasks, ensuring data is securely stored in the cloud and readily accessible from anywhere.

Updated Apr 6, 2026Est. run: 26sEst. cost: $0.0703
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What this template does

  • Retrieves files from an FTP server
  • Filters out directories and downloads only files
  • Uploads the downloaded files to a designated Google Drive folder
  • Enables secure cloud-based file storage and accessibility
  • Provides an automated and reliable file transfer process

How it works

1
Trigger

Manual Trigger

The workflow starts with a manual trigger, which initiates the process of transferring files from an FTP server to a designated Google Drive folder.

2
Logic

Scan FTP Directory

The workflow scans the FTP server directory to list all the files present. It filters out any directories, keeping only the files.

3
Action

Download Files from FTP

For each file found in the FTP directory, the workflow downloads the file from the FTP server.

4
Action

Upload to Google Drive

After downloading the files from the FTP server, the workflow uploads each file to the specified Google Drive folder.

Setup guide

1

Add FTP Credential

1. In the Latenode Credentials panel, add a new FTP credential. Enter the FTP server address, username, and password or SSH key.

2

Configure FTP Directory

1. Add an FTP node to your workflow. 2. In the FTP node settings, select the FTP credential you created earlier. 3. Specify the directory on the FTP server that you want to scan for files.

3

Configure Google Drive Folder

1. Add a Google Drive node to your workflow. 2. In the Google Drive node settings, authenticate your Google account and select the folder where you want to upload the files.

4

Map File Fields

1. Connect the FTP node to the Google Drive node. 2. In the Google Drive node settings, map the necessary file fields (e.g., filename, file content) from the FTP node to the corresponding fields in the Google Drive node.

5

Test and Run Workflow

1. Save your workflow and test it by clicking the 'Execute' button. 2. Monitor the workflow execution and verify that the files are successfully transferred from the FTP server to the designated Google Drive folder.

Requirements

Connect to the FTP server using the required credentials (host, username, password)
Grant the workflow access to the Google Drive account and specify the target folder for file uploads
Configure the FTP directory path and Google Drive folder path in the workflow settings
Ensure the workflow has permission to list, download, and upload files between the FTP server and Google Drive

FAQ

Common questions about this template

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