You can export and download your data from Google products, e.g. emails, calendar and photos, for local storage or use in other services.
Step 1: Select the data you want to export
Step 2: Configure export options
Method of obtaining
Link
- Link.
- Click Create archive.
- In the received letter, select Download archive.
- Follow the instructions on the screen.
Add to Dropbox
We will upload your archive to Dropbox
- In the "Receipt Method" section, select Add to Dropbox.
- Click .
- You will be redirected to the Dropbox service website. If prompted, enter your account login information.
- Dropbox will request access to the Applications folder for Google's export service. Click Can.
- To keep your data private, make sure that only you have access to this folder.
- In the received letter, select Show in Dropbox. The Dropbox folder with your archive will open.
- To download the archive, use the appropriate function of the Dropbox service.
Notes
- Once you've completed these steps, Export Data will appear in the list of connected apps in Dropbox. You can revoke access at any time, but you'll need to grant it again the next time you export to Dropbox.
- Once your archive is saved to Dropbox, Google is no longer responsible for it. From now on, it will be subject to the Dropbox Terms of Service.
Add to Microsoft OneDrive
Add to Box
We will save the archive in the Box service and send you a link to it via e-mail.
- In the "Receipt Method" section, select Add to Box.
- Click Link account and create archive.
- You will be redirected to the Box service website. If prompted, sign in to your account.
- In the Box asking if Export Data can access your information, click Allow access to Box.
- To keep your data private, make sure that only you have access to the Box folder. When exporting data to a corporate account, remember that an organization administrator will be able to view it even if you don't create a sharing link.
- In the received letter, select Show in Box. A Box folder containing your archive will open.
- To download the archive, use the function provided for this in the Box service.
Notes
- When you complete these steps, the Data Export service will appear in the list of connected applications that have access to some of your data. You can revoke access at any time, but you'll need to grant it again the next time you export data to Box.
- The maximum archive size will be reduced if it does not meet the file upload limit in your Box account. Files exceeding this limit will not be exported.
- Once the archive is uploaded to Box, Google will no longer be responsible for it. From now on, it will be subject to the Box Privacy Policy.
Export type
Regular export
Allows you to automatically create archives with selected data every two months throughout the year. The first archive will be created immediately.
Note. If you have Advanced Protection enabled, regular export will not be available.
File Format
ZIP files
They can be opened on almost any computer.
TGZ files
If you use Windows, you may need special programs to unpack such archives.
Archive size
Select maximum size the created archive. If the exported data exceeds this limit, it will be split into multiple archives.
Step 3. Download the archive
Once the archive is created, we will send you a link to it by email. Depending on the amount of information stored in the account, this could happen in a couple of minutes or a few days. Usually a link to the archive arrives on the day of the request.
Note. If you have Advanced Protection enabled, the export will begin in two days.
FAQ
Which format should I choose when downloading?
The choice depends on which files you are exporting from, which service, and what you need them for. We have added support for the most popular and convenient file types. For example, contacts are exported in vCard format, which is supported by most email services. However, you can choose other options.
Where should the data be stored?
Export the files to a safe location with enough free space. It is usually easiest to download the data directly to your computer.
If others have access to your computer, export the data to Google Drive or another storage location that only you can use.
Note. If you store data in Google Drive and plan to delete your Google account, first move the archive to another location.
Why is the archive split into several files?
If the archive size exceeds the limit you set, it will be split into several parts.
You can avoid this by choosing a 50GB limit.
Note. To unpack an archive in TGZ format, you may need special software. In addition, you cannot use Unicode characters in the names of such files.
Why is the link to download the archive limited?
The archive is available for downloading for approximately 7 days. Then it will need to be created again, since during this time the data will become outdated.
Recovery options vary by device and Android version. For example, you cannot restore device data from a later Android version on a device with an earlier version.
Content Backup
- Photos and videos
You can set up your photos and videos to be automatically backed up to Google Photos. - Files and folders
You can manually upload files and folders to Google Drive.
Backing up data and settings
To protect your backed-up data, use a PIN instead of a swipe or Smart Lock to lock the screen. graphic key or password.
Note. If more than one person uses the tablet, only the owner can create backups or reset settings.
How to restore applications
When you recover a Google account from backup copy, applications previously saved in this account are installed on the device.
Note. Not all old applications can be restored this way. If some applications are not added automatically, download them again from Google Play.
How to restore saved application settings
Important! Settings may vary depending on the device. To get more detailed information, contact the manufacturer.
You can choose what data is saved in your Google Account. These settings apply to all devices that are signed in to your account.
You can change your settings at any time, and view or delete your saved activities.
What actions can be saved?
In the Activity Tracking section, you can enable the following information to be saved.
- Application and web search history. Allows you to save search queries and other actions in browsers and applications. By turning this setting on, you'll be able to find the content you need faster and get more accurate and relevant information in Google services (such as Maps or Search). Additionally, you can enable history saving Chrome browser and data about your actions in applications, websites and devices using Google services.
- Location history. This is a map of the places you've been with devices signed in to your account. Only you have access to it. With this feature, you'll get more accurate Maps search results, directions, and other recommendations.
- Information from devices. Allows you to save contacts, calendars, application information and other data that will make your work with Google services even more convenient.
- History of voice control. Enable this setting to save your voice requests(such as "Hey Google" commands) that help improve speech recognition.
- YouTube search history. You can save your YouTube searches to find the videos you want faster and get more interesting recommendations.
- YouTube viewing history. This feature helps you find recently watched videos. It is also used to provide personalized recommendations for you.
How to change your activity saving settings
You can change your activity tracking settings in your Google Account at any time.
Advice. If you use Google services on your phone or tablet, you have access to additional settings.
How to view or delete an activity
When actions are saved
If activity tracking is turned on, data from your device will begin to be saved as soon as you sign in to your Google Account (based on your settings).
Note. If you use multiple accounts at the same time, activities may be saved in the default account.
When a person buys an Android phone, after turning it on for the first time, he sees a dialog in which he needs to create a Google account. Many people do not attach much importance to it; they simply enter data and register. But Google account does not apply only to Gmail email, as it was originally. Its functionality is much wider!
The Google account that a user creates on Android can be used on any device, such as a tablet or computer. The account is key for all company products those. Using 1 account you can use mail, browser, Google drive, YouTube, although for some services it is not required.
Now I will try to briefly tell you about everything useful features and Google account services that I often use:
1.Gmail
Of course, there are many different services, for example Yandex and mail.ru, etc. and I think they are all good, and I have an account in each of them. Gmail from Google has become the main one for me, because it is integrated into Android and after buying a new phone and logging into my account, I immediately receive my mail without additional settings. Well, Google is one of the leading companies in the IT field
If you already use another email address whose address is known to everyone, then you should not switch to Gmail for no reason.
In this service you can store all your contacts. If you save on your Android phone contacts in your Google account, then they can be seen on any device where you are logged into your Google Account!
You don't have to worry about losing your contacts - they are stored in cloud storage. And in this case, you don’t need to copy contacts when buying a new phone or tablet, you just need to log into your Google Account on the new device and turn on synchronization. And after a few seconds, all contacts are already on the new device.
Everyone has probably heard about the Google Play store, where you can download applications and games; a Google account is required for the store! The Google Play store stores all data about your applications in your account. If you bought new phone and logged in using your Google Account in Google store Play, then you can find all the applications that you previously installed.
Besides paid applications are also linked to your Google Account, not your phone! And if it’s time to change your phone, then you just need to log into your Google Account on the new phone and paid games that you previously purchased can be downloaded for free!
4. Login to Chrome Browser
If you use the Chrome browser on a computer, you can log into your Google Account for the Chrome browser, then all your bookmarks, search history, and saved passwords will be stored in your Google Account.
And if you reinstall Windows, or want to work on a different computer, just sign back into your Google Account and get all your bookmarks, settings, and designs.
Previously there was a service Google Docs, now it has been merged with Google Drive. Google Drive allows you to store your documents, files, photos, videos on secure cloud storage. Files can be viewed online in a browser, you can also edit documents, tables and presentations online, you can give access to files and folders to others Google users for collaboration.
You can also install Google Drive on your computer, in which case all your files from Google Drive are available on your computer in a special folder that automatically synchronizes them with cloud storage.
6. YouTube
Yes, YouTube is one of Google services, you don’t have to register to watch the videos. But if you log into your Google Account on YouTube, you can like or dislike, comment on videos, add videos to your playlists or favorites.
To communicate in social network Google+ (Google Plus) A previously created Google account is also sufficient. All you need to do is create your profile.
A single Google account will be used to sign in to Google+.
One account for all services
All the components I mentioned above make up less than 10% of all Google projects. Therefore, if you create a Google Account on your Android phone or computer, you will have access to all projects at once without having to register separately for each service!
Contacts, photos, progress in games - smartphones contain no less in memory necessary information than computer hard drives. Reserve copy android allows you to eliminate the loss of important data by securely storing it on Google servers or on a computer.
Backup to Google servers
For full operation of Android you need a Google account - Account Gmail, with which you can log in to any service from a global corporation. Therefore, an Android backup to Google is the easiest way to save content and settings. To back up your contacts, some application data, calendar and disk, just add your Google account in the settings and turn on synchronization.
The marked data will be automatically saved to Google servers. To restore them to your phone from a backup or transfer them to another device, just add an account and enable synchronization. 
There is also a “Backup and Reset” section in your phone settings. Here you need to enable backup, add a Google account for synchronization and activate auto-recovery, which will help you return a copy of the settings and data of some applications when you reinstall them. 
Stored on Google servers important information, but, for example, progress in the game cannot be transferred to another device using such synchronization. If you want to save absolutely all your data, then you need to know how to make a full backup.
Backup via Recovery
Standard menu Android recovery(Recovery) has extremely limited functionality - resetting settings and installing updates. But if you put it on your phone alternative Recovery(for example, Clockworkmod), then you can perform a number of operations, including backup. In fact, this will not be a backup copy of the data, but a full-fledged copy of the system. 
If you do not know what custom Recovery is and have never installed it, then it is recommended to immediately proceed to the next point in the guide, which describes the procedure for creating a backup using the program for Reserve copy Android on PC, which is called Adb Run.
If you have a custom Recovery, then making a snapshot of Android is not difficult:
- Turn off the phone, go to Recovery (usually you need to hold down the “Volume +” and “Power” keys).
- Use the volume rocker and power button to open the “Backup and Restore” section.
- Select "Backup" to create a copy of the current firmware state.
The backup will be saved to a memory card, in a folder called “CWM” or “TWRP”, depending on what Recovery is installed. Then there are two options:
- Store the system image on a memory card.
- Connect your phone to your computer and transfer the backup to HDD so as not to waste memory mobile device large amount of data.
To perform a restore Android data After a backup via Recovery, you need to make sure that the system image is in the appropriate folder on the SD card. Then you should go to Recovery again, open the “Backup and Restore” section and go to “Restore”. A list of backups available for restoration will appear, from which you need to select the appropriate system snapshot.
Using the Adb Run program
If you want to backup Android to your computer without creating a backup in Recovery menu and setting up a Google account, then use free utility ADB RUN. For it to work, two conditions must be met:
- USB debugging is enabled on your phone.
- Mobile device drivers are installed on your computer.
The drivers must be for the model that you connect to the computer. If the conditions are met, you can proceed to creating a backup copy.
The backup copy is stored on the computer; to return the data to the phone, you need to run Adb Run again and go to the “Backup” section. Here you should open the “Adb Restore” subsection and select the desired backup, after which the data will be copied back to the mobile device’s memory and to the SD card. 
Methods for creating a backup copy on Android are not limited to the tools described. IN Play Market You can find a dozen applications (with root or without root) that allow you to save different amounts of data - Safe Backup, Super Backup, Titanium Backup. But before using the application's capabilities, be sure to read user reviews about its operation - some programs are unstable.
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