How to Automatically Add Facebook Posts to Google Drive Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to use Pabbly Connect to automatically backup your Facebook posts, images, and videos to Google Drive in this detailed tutorial. Explore systematic approaches to creating efficient automation solutions that convert technical concepts into practical, implementable instructions.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To start the integration process, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Simply type ‘Pabbly.com’ in your browser and press enter. This will take you to the Pabbly homepage where you can hover over the ‘Products’ section.

Click on ‘Connect’ to reach the Pabbly Connect dashboard. If you do not have an account, you can create one quickly. Once signed in, you can begin setting up your workflow for integrating Facebook and Google Drive.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

In Pabbly Connect, you will create a workflow that connects Facebook to Google Drive. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button and name it something like ‘Facebook to Google Drive’. This will help you identify the workflow later.

• Select ‘Facebook Pages’ as the app.
• Choose ‘New Post’ as the trigger event.
• Connect to your Facebook account by authorizing access.

By clicking ‘Save and Send Test Request’, you will fetch the data from the most recent post on your Facebook page. This is where the magic of Pabbly Connect begins, allowing you to automate the process.

3. Routing Facebook Posts to Google Drive

To ensure both images and videos are backed up, you will create routes in your workflow. Start by adding a ‘Router’ action in Pabbly Connect. This allows you to set different paths for different types of media.

For the first route, specify that if an image is uploaded, it should be sent to Google Drive. Set a filter to check if the media type is an image. If true, the data will flow to Google Drive.

• Select ‘Google Drive’ as the app for the action step.
• Choose ‘Upload a File’ as the action event.
• Map the URL of the image and specify the folder ID for storage.

After configuring this route, you will have successfully set up the first part of your integration using Pabbly Connect.

4. Handling Video Posts with Pabbly Connect

The second route in your workflow will address video uploads. Similar to the image route, create a new route for videos. Set the filter to check if the media type is a video.

Once the filter is set, you will again use Google Drive as the action app. This time, ensure that the video URL is mapped correctly and specify the file name including the .mp4 extension.

Ensure the video URL includes the .mp4 extension for proper uploading. Use the same folder ID created for images to keep your files organized.

After setting up this second route, you will have a complete system for backing up both images and videos from Facebook to Google Drive using Pabbly Connect.

5. Testing Your Pabbly Connect Integration

After completing your workflow setup, it’s crucial to test your integration. Create a new post on your Facebook page, either an image or a video, and wait a few minutes for it to process.

Return to Pabbly Connect and click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ again to fetch the latest post. Check your Google Drive to see if the file has been uploaded successfully. If everything is set up correctly, you should see your Facebook post in the designated Google Drive folder.

This successful integration demonstrates the power of Pabbly Connect in automating your backup processes, ensuring that your Facebook content is securely stored in Google Drive without manual intervention.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect, you can effortlessly automate the process of backing up your Facebook posts, including images and videos, to Google Drive. This integration saves time and ensures your media is securely stored.