Google Vault Migration
Migrate your archived emails and files from Google Vault to Microsoft 365. Preserve eDiscovery data and compliance requirements during your platform migration.
How do I migrate Google Vault to Microsoft 365?
Cloudiway exports Google Vault archives (including permanently deleted emails) to PST files, then uploads them directly to Microsoft secure blob storage. The data is imported into Microsoft 365 mailboxes or Purview for compliance. This preserves your eDiscovery and retention data.
Migration Steps:
- Connect Google Vault with admin credentials
- Export Vault archives to PST files
- Upload PST to Microsoft blob storage
- Import to Microsoft 365 mailbox or archive
Google Vault Migration Capabilities
Complete Vault archive migration capabilities
Archived Emails
All emails stored in Google Vault, including permanently deleted messages not in the online mailbox.
Email Attachments
All attachments from archived emails preserved with their original metadata.
Drive File Archives
Google Drive files stored in Vault migrated to SharePoint, OneDrive, or Azure Blob Storage.
Chat Messages
Google Chat and Hangouts messages archived in Vault preserved for compliance.
Vault Matters Export
eDiscovery matter exports migrated to maintain legal compliance and audit trails.
Retention Data
Retention policy information exported for recreation in Microsoft Purview.
Google Vault Data Migration
Full data fidelity from Google Vault
Mail & Chat Data
- Archived Emails
- Permanently Deleted Emails
- Email Attachments
- Message Metadata
- Folder Structure
- Chat Messages
Metadata & Compliance
- Dates & Timestamps
- Sender/Recipient Info
- eDiscovery Exports
- Vault Matters
- Retention Data
- File Metadata
Google Vault Migration Scenarios
Common Vault migration scenarios we support
Google to Microsoft 365
Complete platform migration including Vault archives for compliance continuity.
Regulatory Compliance
Maintain compliance with regulations requiring archive preservation during migrations.
eDiscovery Preservation
Preserve eDiscovery data for ongoing or potential legal matters.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Consolidate archived data from acquired organizations during M&A activities.
Google Vault Migration Benefits
Enterprise-grade Vault migration
Permanently Deleted Recovery
Migrate emails permanently deleted from mailboxes but retained in Vault for compliance.
Direct Microsoft Upload
PST files uploaded directly to Microsoft secure blob storage, no local handling required.
Compliance Continuity
Maintain compliance chain during migration with preserved eDiscovery data.
Mail & File Archives
Support for both Google Vault mail archives and file archives to multiple destinations.
Large Archive Support
Automatic handling of archives over 100GB with proper PST segmentation.
Flexible Destinations
Import to mailbox root, archive folder, SharePoint, OneDrive, or Azure Blob.
How Google Vault Migration Works
Simple 4-step migration process
Connect Google Vault
Configure Google service account with Vault API access and admin credentials.
Export Archives
Export archived emails and files from Google Vault. Generate PST files for mail archives.
Upload to Microsoft
PST files upload directly to Microsoft secure blob storage via the data import service.
Import & Validate
Microsoft import service processes PST files. Verify archived data in target mailboxes.
Google Vault Migration FAQ
Everything you need to know about Vault migration
What Google Vault data can be migrated?
Cloudiway migrates archived emails (including permanently deleted items), email attachments, Drive file archives, Chat messages, and Vault matter exports. The platform handles both mail and file vault data types.
Why do I need to migrate Google Vault separately?
Google Vault contains permanently deleted emails that are no longer in the online mailbox. While the online mailbox is migrated separately, Vault data includes items that users have permanently deleted but are retained for compliance.
How does the Vault migration process work?
Cloudiway exports Vault data to PST files and uploads them directly to Microsoft secure blob storage. Once uploaded, the Microsoft import service processes the PST files and imports the data to the target mailbox or archive folder.
Are retention policies preserved during migration?
Retention data is exported from Google Vault and can be used to configure equivalent retention policies in Microsoft Purview. However, the actual retention rules must be recreated in Microsoft 365.
What happens to legal holds during migration?
Legal holds (Vault holds) cannot be automatically migrated between platforms. You must recreate legal holds in Microsoft 365 Purview after migration. We recommend documenting all existing holds before migration.
Do I need a special license for Vault migration?
Yes, Google Vault migration requires an Archive migration license from Cloudiway, which is separate from the standard mailbox migration license. You can also purchase a combined Mail and Archive license for cost savings.
Are migrated Google Vault archives queryable through Microsoft Purview eDiscovery?
Yes. Cloudiway places Vault content into Microsoft 365 mailbox Recoverable Items and SharePoint Preservation Hold libraries, where Microsoft Purview eDiscovery (Standard or Premium) can search across it just like native Microsoft 365 data. Original retention metadata is preserved so legal and compliance queries return historical Vault items alongside current content.
Google Vault Migration Resources
Documentation and tools to help you succeed
Email Archive Migration Tool
Explore our archive migration platform for Vault and Microsoft 365 archives
Google Vault Migration Datasheet
Download the complete datasheet with features and specifications
User Guide: Vault Migration
Complete documentation for Google Vault archive migration
Google Vault Drive Migration Guide | Cloudiway
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