Google Drive
YouTube
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Google Drive + YouTube

Upload new Google Drive videos to YouTube

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Drive and YouTube

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.

Google Drive and YouTube can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Upload new Google Drive videos to YouTube
Workflow diagram: Google Drive + YouTube integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Google Drive

Google Drive

New File in Folder in Google Drive

Triggers when a new file is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

Then this action happens in YouTube

YouTube

Upload Video in YouTube

Post a video to your channel

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Upload new Google Drive videos to YouTube.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Google Drive and YouTube to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Google Drive to Zapier.

    Connect Google Drive to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Google Drive account, using Google Drive credentials.

  • Connect YouTube to Zapier.

    Connect YouTube to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your YouTube account, using YouTube credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Google Drive

    Set up a Trigger action for Google Drive

    Choose the following trigger: New File in Folder (Triggers when a new file is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).).

  • Then set up an Action for YouTube

    Then set up an Action for YouTube

    Choose this action: Upload Video (Post a video to your channel).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between Google Drive and YouTube.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Upload new Google Drive videos to YouTube!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Google Drive

    New file in folder

    Triggers when a new file is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • Google Drive

    New file

    Triggers when any new file is added (inside of any folder).

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  • Google Drive

    Watch files in a folder

    Triggers when a file is created or modified in a selected folder.

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  • Google Drive

    Updated file

    Triggers when a file is updated in a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • Google Drive

    New file in your folder

    This trigger fires every time a new file is added to the Google Drive folder you specify. Note: Does not work for Google Docs, Forms, or Sheets files.

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  • Google Drive

    New folder

    Triggers when a new folder is added directly to a specific folder (but not its subfolders).

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  • YouTube

    Upload video

    Post a video to your channel

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  • YouTube

    Custom actions (beta)

    Create a new action using AI.

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  • YouTube

    Add a video to a playlist

    Adds a video to a user's playlist.

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  • YouTube

    Create a playlist

    Creates a new playlist.

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  • YouTube

    Delete a playlist

    Permanently removes a playlist (deleting a playlist does not delete the videos contained in the playlist).

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  • YouTube

    Delete a video

    Permanently removes a video.

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Apps you need

Google Drive

Google Drive

Cloud Storage

A comprehensive cloud storage solution

Google Drive is a versatile cloud-based platform that lets you store your files, photos, videos, and more safely. You can access them from anywhere and share with others, making collaboration a breeze.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.