Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace
Seamlessly migrate Exchange, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook data to Gmail, Google Drive, Shared Drives, and Google Chat with zero downtime.
What is Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace Migration?
Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace migration is the process of moving your organization's email, files, calendars, contacts, and collaboration tools from Microsoft's platform to Google's cloud ecosystem. This migration typically occurs when organizations prefer Google's collaboration tools, want to reduce licensing costs, or are aligning with a Google-centric IT strategy.
Cloudiway's migration platform enables you to move all your Microsoft 365 data to Google Workspace with full fidelity. Exchange mailboxes migrate to Gmail, OneDrive files move to Google Drive, SharePoint libraries transfer to Shared Drives, Outlook calendars sync to Google Calendar, and Microsoft Teams conversations move to Google Chat. Our delta sync technology ensures users can continue working during migration with minimal disruption.
Complete Platform Migration
All your Microsoft 365 data migrated to Google Workspace
Exchange to Gmail
Migrate mailboxes, folders, and attachments to Gmail with labels conversion.
OneDrive to Google Drive
Transfer files, folders, and sharing permissions to Google Drive.
SharePoint to Shared Drives
Migrate SharePoint libraries to Google Shared Drives with structure preserved.
Outlook Calendar to Google
Sync calendars, events, and meeting invitations to Google Calendar.
Contacts to Google Contacts
Transfer Outlook Contacts to Google Contacts with all details.
Teams to Google Chat
Migrate Teams conversations and channels to Google Chat spaces.
M365 Groups to Google Groups
Transfer Microsoft 365 Groups to Google Groups with memberships.
Office to Google Docs
Convert Word, Excel, PowerPoint to Google Docs, Sheets, Slides.
Tasks to Google Tasks
Migrate Outlook Tasks and To-Do lists to Google Tasks.
Exchange Mail
- Emails & Attachments
- Folders to Labels
- Categories to Labels
- Draft Emails
- Email Rules to Filters
OneDrive / SharePoint
- Files & Folders
- Word to Google Docs
- Excel to Google Sheets
- PowerPoint to Slides
- File Permissions
- File Versions
- Metadata & Timestamps
Calendar
- Events & Appointments
- Recurring Events
- Meeting Invitations
- Attendees & Responses
- Event Attachments
- Calendar Permissions
Other Services
- Contacts & Contact Groups
- M365 Groups to Google Groups
- Group Memberships
- SharePoint to Shared Drives
- Teams to Google Chat
- Tasks to Google Tasks
- Distribution Lists
M365 to Google Workspace Migration Scenarios
Common reasons to migrate from Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace
Platform Consolidation
Consolidate on Google Workspace for collaboration and cost efficiency.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Migrate acquired companies from Microsoft 365 to your Google tenant.
Cost Optimization
Reduce licensing costs by moving to Google Workspace pricing.
Google-First Strategy
Align with a Google Cloud and Workspace-centric IT strategy.
M365 to Google Workspace Migration Benefits
Why organizations choose Cloudiway for Microsoft to Google migrations
Zero Downtime Migration
Pre-stage data while users work, then cutover with minimal disruption
Delta Sync Technology
Only changes synchronized after initial migration
Format Conversion
Office documents converted to Google Docs format
Permission Preservation
File sharing permissions automatically mapped
Coexistence Support
Mail routing and calendar free/busy during transition
Bulk Migration
Migrate thousands of users simultaneously
How the Migration Works
A proven methodology for successful migrations
Connect Platforms
Connect Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace tenants securely.
Audit & Plan
Run discovery to identify users, data volumes, and potential issues.
Pre-Stage Data
Initial sync of emails, files, and data while users work in M365.
Delta Sync & Cutover
Capture changes, then complete migration with minimal downtime.
M365 to Google Workspace Migration FAQ
Common questions about Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace migration
01 How long does a Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace migration take?
Migration duration depends on data volume and user count. With Cloudiway's delta sync technology, you can pre-stage data over weeks while users continue working, then complete the final cutover in hours with minimal disruption.
02 What happens to Office documents during migration?
Office documents (docx, xlsx, pptx) can be converted to Google Docs format or kept in their native format. Google Workspace supports both, so users can continue to work with Office files if needed.
03 Are file permissions preserved during migration?
Yes, Cloudiway automatically maps and preserves file sharing permissions. OneDrive and SharePoint permissions are converted to Google Drive equivalents.
04 Can we migrate SharePoint sites to Google?
Yes, SharePoint document libraries and sites can be migrated to Google Shared Drives, with folder structure and permissions preserved.
05 Is there any downtime during the migration?
Cloudiway's delta sync approach minimizes downtime. Users can continue working in Microsoft 365 during pre-staging, with only a brief cutover window needed for the final switch.
06 How are Outlook folders handled?
Outlook folders can be converted to Gmail labels. The folder hierarchy is preserved, and you can customize how folders map to labels.
07 Can we migrate Microsoft Teams data?
Yes, Microsoft Teams conversations and files can be migrated to Google Chat and Shared Drives respectively.
08 What about email rules and signatures?
Email rules can be converted to Gmail filters, though some complex rules may require manual recreation. Signatures need to be set up separately in Gmail.
09 Do you support hybrid or staged migrations?
Yes, Cloudiway supports phased migrations where different departments or user groups move at different times, with coexistence features to maintain collaboration.
10 Is there a free trial available?
Yes, Cloudiway offers a free trial so you can test the migration with your own data before committing to a full project.
11 Are OneNote notebooks migrated from Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace?
OneNote notebooks are exported by Cloudiway and converted to a format that can be opened in Google Docs (sections become documents, pages become subdocuments). The native OneNote feature set has no exact Google Workspace equivalent, so heavy formatting (drawings, audio recordings, embedded files) may need manual review after migration.
M365 to Google Workspace Migration Resources
Documentation and tutorials
Step-by-step Exchange to Gmail documentation
Learn more OneDrive to Drive GuideComplete OneDrive to Google Drive guide
Learn more SharePoint to Shared DrivesMigrate SharePoint to Google Shared Drives
Learn more Teams to Google ChatTransfer Teams to Google Chat
Learn more Calendar MigrationMigrate Outlook Calendar to Google
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