5 Tips to Switch from SharePoint Online to Google Workspace
Are you an enterprise planning to initiate a SharePoint Online to Google Drive migration or a SharePoint Online to Google Shared Drives migration? If you are considering migrating from SharePoint Online, choose an effective alternative that benefits you in terms of security, business efficiency, easier workflow integration, etc.
If you are planning to switch from SharePoint Online to Google Workspace, it can be challenging without a proper strategy. Below are five tips for businesses looking to migrate from SharePoint to Google Workspace accurately.
Key takeaways:
1. Perform a Pre-migration Analysis
Prior to migrating from SharePoint to Google Workspace, it is essential to analyze your existing SharePoint cloud. Have a thorough analysis of your SharePoint cloud:
- Delete junk, spam, and unnecessary files in SharePoint cloud.
- Identify necessary SharePoint data and metadata to migrate.
- Filter out the unnecessary data in the SharePoint environment.
- Determine the size of the data to move.
- Be clear on the essential metadata to move such as file versions, shared links, permissions, etc.
2. Select an Advanced Migration Tool
Manual methods or generic tools won’t preserve timestamps and access levels when you import from SharePoint to Google Workspace. Choose a reliable migration vendor who can provide you with premium support along with complete assistance throughout your migration journey.
Your chosen Google Workspace migration tool should ensure zero downtime and support delta migration for transferring incremental changes. With CloudFuze Migrate, your business can achieve a secure migration with no hassles. Our SharePoint to Google Workspace migration tool offers you with the below advanced features:
Supported Features from SharePoint to Google My Drive and Google Shared Drives Using Our Migration Tool
| Features | CloudFuze Tool |
|---|---|
| One Time | Yes |
| Delta | Yes |
| Folder Display | Yes |
| Versions | Yes |
| Root Folder Permissions | Yes |
| Sub Folder Permissions | Yes |
| Root Folder Permissions | Yes |
| Root File Permissions | Yes |
| Inner File Permissions | Yes |
| External Shares | Yes |
| Shared Links | Yes |
| Preserve Timestamp | Yes |
| Long Folder Path | Yes |
| Special Character Replacement | Yes |
| Suppressing Email Notification | Yes |
3. Have a Complete Data Backup
Before you proceed with the SharePoint Online to Google Workspace migration, back up your SharePoint Online data. Choose a secure migration platform, such as CloudFuze, to overcome the challenges of migrating from SharePoint to Google Workspace.
To use Microsoft 365 Backup for your SharePoint cloud, you need to create a backup policy for each product in it. You can follow the steps here to set up a backup policy for SharePoint sites using Microsoft 365 Backup.
4. Ensure Robust Security and Compliance
As you move files from SharePoint to Google Workspace, make sure that your chosen cloud vendor follows strong security protocols. Check out advanced security features, including end-to-end encryption and compliance with regulations and country-specific data laws.
From dedicated servers to in-transit data encryption, we ensure security at every step. Our migration tool uses the OAuth 2.0 standard for communication, and ensures SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001 and GDPR compliance.
5. Perform Post-migration Validation
Verify if all your SharePoint files, users, and metadata are accurate in the new Google Workspace cloud. Check if the attachments are intact. With our fully scalable migration platform, you can conduct a thorough post-migration analysis. Our tool provides error logs and migration reports to validate the accuracy of your migration.
SharePoint Online to Google Drive Migration Using Our Tool
What Do Customers Say About Us?
As per the Gartner Peer Insights review, our migration platform holds a star rating of 4.7/5 .
We have made a significant impact through successful migration projects for businesses worldwide. Here is a September 2025 Gartner review from one of our customers.
According to the Gartner review, the customer used our migration solution for their business transition. They praised us for our professional teams and seamless communication during their migration journey.
Migrate from SharePoint Online to Google Workspace with CloudFuze
Switch from SharePoint Online to Google Workspace with the above discussed expert transition tips. With us, businesses can migrate SharePoint data to Google Workspace precisely.
Contact us for a free and no-obligation demo of our tool!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Google Workspace migration tool preserves file versions and permissions?
CloudFuze provides SMBs and enterprises with an advanced Google Workspace migration tool that preserves file versions and permissions. Our Google Workspace migration tool helps you to seamlessly transfer from leading cloud platforms such as Microsoft 365, Box, Dropbox, Egnyte, etc.
2. What are the biggest technical challenges when moving terabytes of data and complex permissions to Google Workspace?
Technical challenges you can face when moving terabytes of data and complex permissions to Google Workspace includes:
- Network and bandwidth constraints
- API throttling issues
- Downtime issues due to speed limits
With CloudFuze Migrate, businesses can overcome both technical and migration challenges with enterprise-grade security.
3. What is the easiest way to transfer files from SharePoint to Google Drive?
The easiest way to transfer data from SharePoint to Google Drive is to use CloudFuze Migrate. Our platform moves enterprise files directly from SharePoint to Google Drive without downtime issues. We help transfer TBs and PBs of data and meet business deadlines.
Leave A Comment