Migrate Yandex Disk to Google Drive for Free in 2026

Introduction

Cloud storage services like Yandex Disk and Google Drive are essential for storing and sharing files. However, manually moving data between different cloud platforms is tedious, time-consuming, and risks file integrity.

RiceDrive is a web-based platform that automates cloud-to-cloud migration. This guide shows how to transfer your files from Yandex Disk to Google Drive in just a few clicks, while preserving folder hierarchy and metadata.

Overview of RiceDrive

RiceDrive is a modern cloud management tool that supports transfer and synchronization across 30+ cloud storage providers, including Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Yandex Disk.

• ✅ No manual downloads — direct server-to-server transfer
• ✅ Preserves folder structure — all subfolders and files remain organized
• ✅ Flexible scheduling — one-time or recurring tasks
• ✅ One-way & two-way sync — keep folders in sync automatically
• ✅ Enterprise-grade security — end-to-end encryption and OAuth 2.0

The intuitive dashboard makes RiceDrive accessible for everyone, from home users to IT professionals managing large data volumes.

Connecting Yandex Disk and Google Drive to RiceDrive

Start by visiting RiceDrive and creating a free account with your email.

1. Go to Link Drive → select Yandex Disk. Log in to your Yandex account and grant the necessary permissions.
2. Repeat for Google Drive: click Link Drive → choose Google Drive and authorize access.

Once both are connected, you'll see them listed in your RiceDrive dashboard. Now you're ready to transfer.

Transferring Files from Yandex Disk to Google Drive

Navigate to Cloud Transfer → Create Transfer and configure your task:

1. FROM: select Yandex Disk and the folder you wish to transfer.
2. TO: select Google Drive and choose a target folder.
3. Click Start — the transfer runs in the background.

RiceDrive handles large files and thousands of items efficiently. You can close your browser; the task continues on RiceDrive's servers.

Scheduling Recurring Transfers

For ongoing synchronization, schedule automatic transfers:

1. After choosing source and destination, click Schedule.
2. Pick a frequency: daily, weekly, or monthly.
3. Set the start time and save.

The system will automatically move new or updated files based on your schedule.

Setting Up One-Way Sync

Use Cloud Sync for real-time file synchronization:

1. Go to Cloud Sync → Sync Center → Create Sync.
2. Set Yandex Disk as source, Google Drive as target.
3. Choose One-Way Sync and click Start.

Any file added or modified in the source folder will instantly sync to the destination.

Advanced Transfer Options

RiceDrive offers fine-grained controls for your transfer tasks:

• Overwrite files if source is newer
• Skip duplicate files automatically
• Preserve original timestamps
• Email notifications on completion
• Bandwidth throttling
• Detailed logs and history

Conclusion

RiceDrive is a reliable, secure, and user-friendly solution for migrating data between Yandex Disk and Google Drive. By following this guide, you can avoid manual downloading and re-uploading, saving time and effort.

Ready to move your files? Sign up today and get 10GB of free transfer quota.