Google Drive
Google Drive
Google Drive is a file storage and synchronization service developed by Google. It was
launched on April 24, 2012, Google Drive allows users to store files on their servers,
synchronize files across devices, and share files. In addition to a website, Google Drive
offers apps with offline capabilities for Windows and macOS computers, and Android
and iOS smartphones and tablets. Google Drive encompasses Google Docs, Google
Sheets, and Google Slides, which are a part of an office suite that permits collaborative
editing of documents, spreadsheets, presentations, drawings, forms, and more. Files
created and edited through the office suite are saved in Google Drive.
Google Drive offers users 15 gigabytes of free storage through Google One. Google
One also offers 100 gigabytes, 200 gigabytes, 2 terabytes, 10 terabytes, 20 terabytes,
and 30 terabytes offered through optional paid plans. Files uploaded can be up to 5
terabytes in size.
Users can change privacy settings for individual files and folders, including enabling
sharing with other users or making content public.
Google Drive has a website that allows users to see their files from any Internet-
connected computer, without the need to download an app.
Files or folders can be shared privately with particular users having a Google account,
using their @gmail.com email addresses.