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title: "How to Link Google Drive to Digital Signage | EasySignage"
description: "Learn how EasySignage connects to Google Drive and keeps your digital signage content synced automatically."
url: https://easysignage.com/how-to/apps/how-google-drive-sync-works/
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# How Does Google Drive Sync Work?

Learn how EasySignage automatically syncs your Google Drive folders to digital signage screens using real-time cloud integration.

## What is Google Drive Sync in EasySignage?

Google Drive Sync allows you to link a Google Drive folder directly to EasySignage.
Any files added, removed, or updated in that folder are automatically synced to your digital signage screens.

No manual uploading is required.

## How does Google Drive Sync work?

Once connected:

1.  You select a Google Drive folder
2.  EasySignage monitors the folder
3.  Files are automatically imported
4.  Updated content is pushed to screens

Everything stays in sync without user intervention.

## What file types are supported?

You can sync:

-   Images (JPG, PNG, WebP)
-   Videos (MP4, MOV)

## How often does Google Drive sync?

EasySignage checks for changes continuously and also performs scheduled syncs.
When a file changes, screens update automatically.

## What happens if Google Drive is offline?

If Google Drive or the internet is unavailable:

-   Screens continue playing the last synced content
-   Updates resume once connectivity is restored

## Is Google Drive Sync secure?

Yes.

EasySignage uses:

-   OAuth-secured access
-   Read-only permissions
-   Encrypted connections

Your files are never exposed publicly.

## What is Google Drive Sync used for?

It is commonly used for:

-   Menu boards
-   Retail promotions
-   Franchise branding
-   Property listings
-   Corporate slideshows
-   School announcements

## 🔗 Related Help Articles

-   [Google Drive App](https://easysignage.com/apps/digital-signage-google-drive-app/)
-   [How to Link Google Drive to Digital Signage](https://easysignage.com/help/apps/digital-signage-google-drive/)