Automatic FTP file backup to Google Drive with scheduled sync
Needs changesNeeds changes. This template uses 1 thing(s) that n8n 3.0 removes: Cron. 1 breaking item(s) found. Static check, last run 2026-10-19.
What this workflow does
This workflow has 4 nodes and runs on a schedule (legacy Cron node). Along the way it connects Google Drive.
How it runs
Trigger: On a schedule (legacy Cron node).
- FTP: uses FTP
- FTP: uses FTP
- Google Drive: uses Google Drive
Services it uses
Before you upgrade to n8n 3.0
1 thing in this workflow is removed in n8n 3.0. Fix it before you upgrade:
- Cron in Start: Every Hour: replace with Schedule Trigger.
Rather not rewrite it? Many of these flows can be rebuilt in Make (free plan).
| Removed in 3.0 | Replace with |
|---|---|
| Cron Start: Every Hour | Schedule Trigger |
Nodes used (3)
- Cron
n8n-nodes-base.cron - FTP
n8n-nodes-base.ftp - Google Drive
n8n-nodes-base.googleDrive
From the author
What this workflow does This workflow automatically downloads files from an FTP folder and uploads them to Google Drive. It’s useful for backup, reporting, or syncing data between systems. How it works 1. Cron Trigger runs on a schedule (default: every hour).…