3 Ways to Fix Google Drive Not Syncing on iPhone

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Common Fixes

Fix 1: Enable Google Drive for the Files App

Fix 1: Enable Google Drive for the Files App

If Google Drive isn’tautomatically syncing fileson your iPhone, it might be due to the missing file sync permission. Head to the Files app to turn it on manually.

Step 1:Open theFilesapp and tapBrowseat the bottom right corner.

Step 2:SelectDriveunder Locations and tapTurn Onwhen prompted to enable the Google Drive file sync.

Fix 2: Enable Background App Refresh for Google Drive

Background App Refreshon iPhone allows apps to update their content when not in use. If it is turned off for Google Drive, it may fail to sync files as soon as you exit the app. Head to iPhone Settings to turn it on.

Step 1:Open iPhoneSettingsand scroll down to selectDrive.

Step 2:Toggle onBackground App Refresh.

Fix 3: Remove and Re-Add Your Google Account

Lastly, account configuration issues can prevent Google Drive from syncing files on your iPhone. Remove your Google account from the Drive app and re-add it to troubleshoot the sync issue.

Note:Removing your Google account will delete any unsaved or unsynced data from Google Drive on your iPhone.

Step 1:Tap yourprofile iconat the top right in the Drive app and selectManage accounts on this device.

Step 2:SelectRemove from this deviceunder your Google account and tapRemoveto confirm it.

Step 3:Once logged out, open the Drive app, tapSign in, and type your Google account credentials to log back into Google Drive and resume the file sync.

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Last updated on 15 July, 2024

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