Google Drive Backup and Sync No Longer Available

If you're looking for assistance with Google Drive backup and sync issues, please submit a Help ticket. Although not required for PHI data, it's essential to follow all applicable requirements to facilitate workgroup integration for easier user management when sharing Protected Health Information (PHI) with internal Stanford community members. Only approved for PHI data with Cardinal Key.

Google Drive can be used to store Low, Moderate, and High Risk Data, as defined by the Information Security Office, excluding Protected Health Information (PHI). You can install Google Drive on your computer or mobile device by visiting the system requirements page.

One of the convenient features of Google Drive is that you can replace email attachments with links, providing access to the same file for current faculty, staff, and students. When synchronizing files, built-in sync capability ensures that your files, folders, and Google Docs are identical on all your devices.

Google Drive works seamlessly on PC and Mac computers, as well as iOS and Android mobile devices. Additionally, subsequent files will not upload until the daily upload limit resets the next day. If you have connected your Pro Backup to your Google account, you can sync your files with Google Drive.

If a single file exceeds the 750 GB daily limit, that file will still be uploaded. According to Google, Backup and Sync and Drive File Stream Have been unified. You can re-launch Backup and Sync from Google via the Start menu (PC) or Launchpad (Mac).

Unfortunately, Google has discontinued Backup and Sync, so you'll need to transition to Drive for desktop to continue syncing with Drive and/or Google Photos. As of January 1, 2021, any users still on Backup and Sync will no longer be able to sign in to Backup and Sync.

The Google Docs collaboration suite includes Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, and Drawings, all built-in to Google Drive. You can upload files up to 5 TB in size, with unlimited free storage space available (as indicated by the blue notification at the top of this page).

Google drive backup and sync no longer available