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Google Drive File Request — Branded Upload Forms
Create a Google Drive upload form to collect files from anyone — upload to Google Drive without login. Send files to Google Drive automatically into a specific folder in My Drive or a Shared Drive. Add custom fields, set file type and size limits, auto‑organize into subfolders, and share a link orembed a Google Drive upload form on your site.
✓ Google Drive upload form anyone can use (no Google account)
✓ Files go directly to a specific folder (My Drive or Shared Drives)
✓ Custom fields, required documents, file type/size limits
✓ Auto‑organize into subfolders by client, project, or any field
✓ Share a link, embed on your site; get email notifications
How it works (5 quick steps)
A simple workflow for Google Drive client upload that keeps everything organized.
1. Connect Google Drive
One‑click OAuth; choose My Drive or a Shared Drive.
2. Pick the destination
Upload to a specific folder or auto‑create a subfolder per client, email, case number, or project ID.
3. Design your form
Brand it; add fields; enforce file type and size limits and required docs.
4. Share or embed
Share a Direct link with a unique EZ File Drop URL or Embed on Webflow, WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, etc.
5. Receive & stay organized
Files land in Drive and auto‑organize into subfolders; you get notifications and an audit trail.
Supports Shared Drives and per‑submitter automatic folder creation.
Prefer a deep tutorial? See How to make a file upload form for Google Drive (video included).
Why not just use native Google tools?
Google Drive is great storage, but not ideal for collecting files from external clients. Google Forms’ File upload requires sign‑in, branding/validation are limited, and keeping files organized by client/project is manual. EZ File Drop adds a branded upload form that anyone can use and delivers files into the right Drive folders—automatically. This is the core Google Drive vs Google Forms file upload gap.
When to use what: If everyone has Google accounts and needs are simple, Drive/Forms can work. If you need frictionless uploads from anyone plus automation, use EZ File Drop.
Common Use Cases
Agency Asset Intake
One link; assets auto‑sorted into client–project folders.
Accounting & Tax Season
Receive W‑2/1099/ID; land in client‑named Shared Drive folders.
Real Estate Listing Media
Photographers deliver to the listing’s folder; instant notifications.
IT & Onboarding
Secure file request to Google Drive for IDs/HR forms; auto‑organized by employee.
Education Assignments
Teachers collect homework, essays, or media projects directly into a class
Legal Casework
Law firms gather evidence or client documents securely into case‑specific folders.
Security & privacy snapshot
EZ File Drop uses multiple layers of protection to keep file transfers safe:
- HTTPS/TLS encryption secures data from the browser to our servers
- Files temporarily pass through encrypted Amazon S3 storage during upload, then move to your Google Drive via secure OAuth
- Temporary files in S3 are automatically deleted once delivered (or within 3 days if undeliverable)
- Files in Google Drive inherit Google’s own encryption and permissions
- We store only minimal metadata for logging and notifications
FAQs: Google Drive + EZ File Drop
Can people upload without a Google account?
Yes—anyone can upload via your form link.
Can I upload to a specific folder (including Shared Drives)?
Yes—choose a folder and optionally auto‑create subfolders.
What is a Google Drive upload form?
A branded intake form that sends files to your Drive with custom fields and file rules.
Can I restrict file types or set size limits?
Yes—allow specific types and cap file size per upload.
How do I embed on my website?
Paste the embed code into Webflow, WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace; hide the header for a seamless look.
Is it secure?
Yes—read our indepth guide to file transfer security.
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