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How to Migrate Google Drive to OneDrive: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide

To migrate Google Drive to OneDrive, users can either use manual methods like direct download–upload or Google Takeout, but both are time-consuming and lack advanced options. For a faster and more secure process, the Shoviv Google Drive to OneDrive Migration Tool offers bulk migration, folder hierarchy preservation, filters, and modern authentication support, making it the most reliable solution.

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In today's digital workplace, businesses and individuals often need to migrate Google Drive to OneDrive for better collaboration, security, or integration with Microsoft 365. Although both cloud platforms are reliable, the migration process is not always straightforward. A manual method is available, but it comes with limitations such as time consumption, risks of missing data, and the need for constant monitoring. To overcome these issues, many prefer a professional solution.

Below, we will cover both the manual method and an automated approach using Shoviv Google Drive to OneDrive Migration Tool.

Methods to Migrate Google Drive to OneDrive

Moving Google Drive data to OneDrive, we can apply manual and automated methods. Here, we use the manual approach, which is free of cost but has some flaws that we will talk about later.

Later in this blog, we explain the automated approach, where we are going to use a third-party tool that makes the migration easy and efficient.

Manual Method to Migrate Google Drive to OneDrive

There are a couple of methods available to migrate Google Drive to OneDrive. Here, we are going to explain how that works perfectly. Let's explain them one after one:

Migrate Google Drive to OneDrive by using Google Takeout.

Here, we are going to use Google Takeout facilities to

transfer Google Drive to OneDrive⁠

; here are the steps required to move the data.

First, go to Google Takeout, and make sure you are signed in with the same account that has data to move.

Now, uncheck all the selected and keep only Drive checked.

Then, scroll down the page and hit the Next Step option.

Hit the Destination option and then select the Add to OneDrive option.

Now, you have to choose frequency, file type & size.

Scroll the page down, click the Link accounts and create an export option.

Migrate Download/Upload Approach to Migrate Google Drive to OneDrive

The manual approach involves downloading files from Google Drive and then uploading them to OneDrive; here are the steps required to tackle the task:

Steps:

Now, select the files and folders you want to migrate.

Next, download the selected items to your local system.

Finally, upload the downloaded files to OneDrive.

Limitations of the Manual Method:

The manual methods are time-consuming for large data volumes.

Google Takeout allows you to move 50 GB of data.

It requires continuous supervision.

Folder hierarchy may not remain intact.

The methods have no option for selective or incremental migration.

If you only need to move a few files, this method might work. However, a third-party solution is more reliable for organizations or users with large amounts of data.

Professional Solution: Shoviv Google Drive to OneDrive Migration Tool

The Shoviv

Google Drive to OneDrive Migration Tool⁠

provides a direct and efficient way to migrate Google Drive to OneDrive without manual effort. This tool is designed to handle bulk migrations and ensure data safety throughout the process.

Key Feature of the Application

The software can directly migrate from Google Drive to OneDrive.

Users can do the bulk data migration with folder hierarchy preservation.

It provides Item preview and filter options for selective migration.

The tool supports the migration of multiple accounts at once.

A User-friendly interface with modern authentication support for convenient migration.

These features make the migration possible to perform the task smoothly and securely in less time, avoiding the common risks associated with the manual method.

Steps to Migrate Google Drive to OneDrive using Shoviv Software

First, open the Shoviv Google Drive to OneDrive Migrator on your PC.

The process is done by selecting Google Workspace from the dashboard.

Now, provide the project name along with any additional required details to create the source project.

After creating the source project, click the (+) button to add a target project.

After all, give a project name and input the details to connect to the OneDrive.

Once the source and target drive is connected, create the job.

Select the Google Workspace as the source and OneDrive as the target drive.

After all is done, hit the Create Job option.

Next, select the source Google Drive user and continue with the Next button.

Map Google Drive to OneDrive, then click Next.

At this stage, you can apply some filter include/exclude source Drive data.

Next, configure the remaining options and click Next.

Review the Google Drive to OneDrive migration job settings, then click Finish.

Final Words

While the manual method is suitable for moving a few files, it is not practical for businesses or users with large or sensitive data. To migrate Google Drive to OneDrive efficiently and securely, the Shoviv Google Drive to OneDrive Migration Tool offers a professional solution with advanced features and a simple interface.

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