External Integrations - Configuring storage

In this Artcile we are going to look at how to use external storage for file uploads, navigate to External Integrations, and choose an external storage. In this artcile we are going to talk about Google Drive.

Prerequisites

You need a Google account and access to the Google Cloud Console. A Google Cloud project is required; create one if you don't have it. Note that simple API keys suffice for public data access, but private files typically require OAuth credentials instead.

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Step 1: Access Google Cloud Console

Go to console.cloud.google.com and sign in with your Google account. At the top, click the project dropdown and select an existing project or click "New Project" to create one. Give it a meaningful name and click "Create".

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Step 2: Enable Google Drive API

Navigate to "APIs & Services" > "Library" in the left sidebar. Search for "Google Drive API", select it from the results, and click "Enable". This activates the API for your project.

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Step 3: Create Credentials

Go to "APIs & Services" > "Credentials". Click "Create Credentials" at the top and select "API key" from the dropdown. Your new API key will appear in a dialog—copy and secure it immediately.

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Step 4: Restrict the API Key (Recommended)

Click on the new API key to edit it. Under "API restrictions", select "Restrict key" and choose "Google Drive API" to limit its use. Add application restrictions like IP addresses or websites for security.