Automated workflow backup to Google Drive with smart cleanup
Ready for 3.0Ready 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.
Nodes used (8)
- Schedule Trigger
n8n-nodes-base.scheduleTrigger - Manual Trigger
n8n-nodes-base.manualTrigger - Google Drive
n8n-nodes-base.googleDrive - Edit Fields (Set)
n8n-nodes-base.set - Code
n8n-nodes-base.code - Loop Over Items (Split in Batches)
n8n-nodes-base.splitInBatches - n8n
n8n-nodes-base.n8n - Convert to File
n8n-nodes-base.convertToFile
What it does
How it works This workflow provides a complete, automated backup solution for your n8n instance, running on a daily schedule to ensure your automations are always safe. Automatic cleanup: It first connects to your Google Drive to find and delete old backup folders, keeping your storage clean and organized based on a retention number you set. Daily folder creation: It then creates a new, neatly dated folder to store the current day's backup. Fetches & saves workflows: Finally, it uses the n8n API to get a list of all your workflows, converts each one to a .json file, and uploads them to the newly created folder in Google Drive. Set up steps Setup time: ~3 minutes This template is designed to be as plug-and-play as possible. All configurations are grouped in a single node for quick setup. Connect your accounts: Authenticate the Google Drive and n8n API nodes with your credentials. Configure main settings: Open the Set node named "CONFIG - Set your variables here" and: Paste the ID of your main Google Drive folder where backups will be stored. Adjust the number of recent backups you want to keep. Activate workflow: Turn on the workflow. Your automated backup system is now active. For more detailed instructions, including how to find your Google Drive folder ID, please refer to the sticky notes inside the workflow.