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Automated n8n Workflow Backups to Google Drive

Operations and engineering teams that keep a copy of their automations outside n8n.

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What it does

Every day this workflow exports all workflows from your n8n instance as JSON files into a new Google Drive folder named with the date. It deletes backup folders older than seven days and sends a Telegram message with the folder name and a link. Deletion is permanent, so check the seven-day rule before you activate the workflow.

Use cases

  1. 01Keep dated JSON copies of every workflow
  2. 02Get a Telegram alert when a backup finishes
  3. 03Restore a workflow from an older export

Connects

Telegram · Google Drive · Code

Questions about
Automated n8n Workflow Backups to Google Drive.

What is Automated n8n Workflow Backups to Google Drive used for?

Operations and engineering teams that keep a copy of their automations outside n8n. Every day this workflow exports all workflows from your n8n instance as JSON files into a new Google Drive folder named with the date. It deletes backup folders older than seven days and sends a Telegram message with the folder name and a link. Deletion is permanent, so check the seven-day rule before you activate the workflow.

How do I import Automated n8n Workflow Backups to Google Drive into n8n?

Copy the workflow JSON from this page and paste it onto the n8n canvas with Ctrl+V or Cmd+V. Then connect your credentials in each node.

Is Automated n8n Workflow Backups to Google Drive safe to use?

It passed our automatic scan for credential theft, hidden instructions and risky install commands. Third party open source software. Sabemos AI does not maintain it. Check the code and permissions before you connect it to company data.

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