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Backup n8n workflows to Google Drive

Ready for 3.0

by phil ✓ · 7,109 views · created 2025-03-09 · DevOps

Ready for 3.0. This template uses no nodes that n8n 3.0 removes. No removed nodes, versions or helpers found. Static check, last run 2026-10-19.

What this workflow does

This workflow has 5 nodes and runs on a schedule (every day at 01:00). Along the way it connects Google Drive.

How it runs

Trigger: On a schedule (every day at 01:00).

  1. Parameters (Edit Fields (Set)): sets 2 fields: directory, parentdrive
  2. Get all n8n Workflows (n8n): uses n8n
  3. Code: runs custom JavaScript code
  4. Backup to Google Drive (Google Drive): uses Google Drive

Services it uses

Google Drive

Before you upgrade to n8n 3.0

Nothing in this workflow is removed in n8n 3.0, so it should import and run after the upgrade.

Nodes used (5)

From the author

This workflow automates the backup of your n8n workflows data to Google Drive every day. It ensures that important configurations and execution logs are securely stored, reducing the risk of data loss and improving workflow resilience. 🔹 Why Use This? ✅…

Excerpt from phil's description on n8n.io.

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