Google Takeout

Download your data

You can export and download your data from the Google products you use, like email, calendars, Google Drive, and photos. In a few easy steps, create an archive to keep for your records or use the data in another service.

Create an archive of your data

• First, choose which products to include

  • 1. Visit the Download your data page. You might have to sign in to your Google Account.

    2. Deselect all and then scroll to choose which Google products to include in your download. To see more details and options for a product, select the Down arrow.

    3. Select Next.

    4. Choose your archive's "File type" -- the most common is a .zip file.

• Next, choose how your archive is delivered: Send download link via email.

• Finally, choose the size of the archive exports.  The default is 2GB, but you should scroll to choose 50 GB.  This will limit the number of zip files the export creates and will allow for a smoother transition.

When your archive is created, you will receive an email link to its location or you will see the downloads on your Takeout page. Depending on the amount of information in your account, this process could take a few minutes or several hours. Most people get the link to their archive the same day that they request it.  To download your data, follow the onscreen instructions.

For more detailed information or instructions on other methods of archive delivery, please visit this page https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/3024190?hl=en or send an email to tech@blair.edu.