Automated n8n Workflow Backup to Google Drive Every 4 Hours

This workflow automates the backup of all your n8n workflows to Google Drive on a 4-hour schedule, eliminating the need for manual exports or reliance on GitHub. It starts by creating a new folder named with the current timestamp inside a specified parent folder. Then, it fetches all workflows via the n8n API, loops through them using Split In Batches, converts each to JSON format, and uploads them to the new folder. Finally, it identifies and deletes previous backup folders to prevent storage bloat, maintaining a clean, single latest backup.

The benefits include robust data protection against n8n instance failures, downtime, or accidental deletions, ensuring you never lose critical automations. It's particularly valuable for power users managing dozens of workflows, saving hours of manual recovery time and providing peace of mind with scheduled, hands-off operation.

Use cases span individual developers, agencies, and teams relying on n8n for business automations. Ideal for production environments where workflow integrity is crucial, it integrates seamlessly with Google Drive for easy access, sharing, and versioning if needed. Setup requires Google service account credentials shared with a Drive folder, making it quick to deploy.