{"id":845,"date":"2021-08-16T12:33:37","date_gmt":"2021-08-16T12:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/?p=845"},"modified":"2026-04-22T13:02:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T13:02:55","slug":"fix-google-backup-sync-not-working","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix Google Backup and Sync Not Working  Issue [2026 Guides]"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block_sum mb-3\"><em>Google Backup and Sync is a widely used desktop application that is used by many organizations and IT professionals to upload and store files, photos, and folders from your computer directly to your Google Drive account. However, there are frequent instances where users find that Google Backup and Sync has stopped working. This leads to leaving files unsynced &amp; resulting in data loss. In this blog, we will cover the practical methods to fix Google Backup and Sync not working. We will also introduce the <a title=\"Google Workspace Backup Tool\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/g-suite-backup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Aryson Google Workspace Backup Tool<\/strong><\/a> for users handling large volumes of data.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"row justify-content-center mac-win-tab\">\n<div class=\"col-md-6\">\n<ul id=\"myTab\" class=\"nav nav-tabs justify-content-center border-primary\" role=\"tablist\">\n<li class=\"nav-item\" role=\"presentation\"><button id=\"home-tab\" class=\"nav-link bg-transparent px-4 active\" role=\"tab\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"tab\" data-target=\"#home\" aria-controls=\"home\" aria-selected=\"true\"><i class=\"icon-windows\"><\/i> Windows<\/button><\/li>\n<li class=\"nav-item\" role=\"presentation\"><button id=\"profile-tab\" class=\"nav-link bg-transparent px-4\" role=\"tab\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"tab\" data-target=\"#profile\" aria-controls=\"profile\" aria-selected=\"false\"><i class=\"icon-apple\"><\/i>Mac<\/button><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"myTabContent\" class=\"tab-content\">\n<div id=\"home\" class=\"tab-pane fade active show\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"home-tab\"><span class=\"block_btn\"><a class=\"custom-download-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/demo-version\/aryson-g-suite-backup-software.exe\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i class=\"icon-windows\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"custom-buy-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/g-suite-backup\/buynow.php\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"profile\" class=\"tab-pane fade\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"profile-tab\"><span class=\"block_btn\"><a class=\"custom-download-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/demo-version\/aryson-g-suite-backup-for-mac.dmg\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i class=\"icon-apple\"><\/i> Download Now<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class=\"custom-buy-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/mac\/g-suite-backup\/buynow.php\" rel=\"nofollow\"><i class=\"icon-basket\"><\/i> Purchase Now<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>User Query:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"user-query mb-3\">\n<p><strong>David Collins on Reddit shared:<\/strong> &#8220;I have been using Google Backup and Sync on my Windows 10 laptop for over a year without issues. Recently, the app stopped syncing my files altogether. It just freezes on &#8216;Syncing&#8217; and never completes. I have tried restarting my computer, but nothing has changed. I need a reliable way to fix google drive backup and sync not syncing without losing any of my existing data.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Signs_That_Google_Backup_and_Sync_Is_Not_Working\" >Signs That Google Backup and Sync Is Not Working<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Best_Methods_to_Fix_Google_Backup_and_Sync_Not_Working\" >Best Methods to Fix Google Backup and Sync Not Working<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Method_01_Pause_and_Resume_Google_Backup_and_Sync\" >Method 01: Pause and Resume Google Backup and Sync<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Steps_to_pause_and_resume_Backup_and_Sync\" >Steps to pause and resume Backup and Sync:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Method_02_Restart_the_Google_Backup_and_Sync_App\" >Method 02: Restart the Google Backup and Sync App<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Steps_to_restart_the_application_are_as_Follows\" >Steps to restart the application are as Follows<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Method_03_Check_and_Fix_Folder_Sync_Settings\" >Method 03: Check and Fix Folder Sync Settings<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Steps_to_verify_and_correct_folder_settings_are_as_Follows\" >Steps to verify and correct folder settings are as Follows<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Quick_Solution_to_Resolve_%E2%80%9CGoogle_Backup_and_Sync_Not_Working%E2%80%9D\" >Quick Solution to Resolve &ldquo;Google Backup and Sync Not Working&rdquo;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Simplified_Steps_to_Fix_the_Backup_and_Sync_Not_Opening_Issue\" >Simplified Steps to Fix the Backup and Sync Not Opening Issue<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/fix-google-backup-sync-not-working\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_%E2%80%9CGoogle_Backup_and_Sync_Not_Working%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>What Causes &ldquo;Google Backup and Sync Not Working&rdquo;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before you apply any fix, it is important to understand what actually initiates this issue. Mentioned below are the most frequently reported root causes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An unstable or <strong>interrupted internet connection<\/strong> disrupts the sync process entirely.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Outdated versions<\/strong> of the application introduce compatibility bugs over time.<\/li>\n<li>Moreover, this issue can occur due to the <strong>firewall <\/strong>or <strong>antivirus software<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Additionally, the <strong>incorrect proxy settings<\/strong> might be interrupting.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oversized <\/strong>or <strong>improperly named files<\/strong> cause the sync queue to get stuck.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Considering the above causes, it is necessary to proceed to the quick fixes to maintain a proper workflow.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_That_Google_Backup_and_Sync_Is_Not_Working\"><\/span>Signs That Google Backup and Sync Is Not Working<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Recognising the symptoms early helps you act before significant data loss occurs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>sync <\/strong>icon in the system tray shows a persistent loading spinner without progress.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Files updated<\/strong> on your computer are not appearing in Google Drive after a long wait.<\/li>\n<li>The application <strong>crashes <\/strong>or <strong>closes automatically<\/strong> during an active sync session.<\/li>\n<li>The user might see an error message such as &#8220;<strong>Backup and Sync has encountered a fatal error<\/strong>&#8221; on screen.<\/li>\n<li>Moreover, the app <strong>context menu<\/strong> may entirely be missed in the system tray.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Google Drive folders<\/strong> on your desktop are not reflecting the latest version of files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Methods_to_Fix_Google_Backup_and_Sync_Not_Working\"><\/span>Best Methods to Fix Google Backup and Sync Not Working<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this section, we will discuss some of the most effective fixes in detail. Try each fix and make sure to perform the exact steps to resolve the problem. If none of the manual methods work, you should better proceed with the automated software.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Consider the aspects like <strong>time consumption<\/strong>, <strong>technical expertise<\/strong> required and most importantly the cause of the problem.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_01_Pause_and_Resume_Google_Backup_and_Sync\"><\/span>Method 01: Pause and Resume Google Backup and Sync<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When files get stuck mid-transfer, pausing and resuming the application forces it to reset the current sync cycle and restart cleanly. This is the simplest first step and resolves most temporary freezes.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_pause_and_resume_Backup_and_Sync\"><\/span>Steps to pause and resume Backup and Sync:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Click the <strong>Backup and Sync<\/strong> icon in the system tray at the bottom-right of your taskbar.<\/li>\n<li>Click the <strong>three-dot<\/strong> menu icon in the top-right corner of the pop-up.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the <strong>Pause <\/strong>button to stop the current syncing.<\/li>\n<li>Now, you must wait for approx 10 to 15 minutes before taking any further action.<\/li>\n<li>Click the <strong>Backup and Sync<\/strong> icon again, open the three-dot menu, and select Resume.<\/li>\n<li>At last, just check whether the files are <strong>uploaded successfully<\/strong> or not.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_02_Restart_the_Google_Backup_and_Sync_App\"><\/span>Method 02: Restart the Google Backup and Sync App<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the above method didn&#8217;t helped you to fix google backup and sync not working, restarting the application might clear the temporary errors in memory. This will also re-establishes the connection between your local system &amp; Google&#8217;s servers.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_restart_the_application_are_as_Follows\"><\/span>Steps to restart the application are as Follows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Click the <strong>Backup and Sync<\/strong> icon from the system tray on your Windows taskbar.<\/li>\n<li>Select the <strong>three-dot<\/strong> menu and click <strong>Quit Backup<\/strong> and Sync to close it completely.<\/li>\n<li>Wait a few seconds until the icon disappears from the system tray.<\/li>\n<li>Open the <strong>Start <\/strong>menu, search for Backup and Sync, and click to relaunch it.<\/li>\n<li>Allow the application a few minutes to reconnect and check whether syncing resumes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_03_Check_and_Fix_Folder_Sync_Settings\"><\/span>Method 03: Check and Fix Folder Sync Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes, this issue takes place due to the incorrectly configured folder preferences. If you selected some specific folders earlier and later on the selection changed, new files may silently be excluded.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_verify_and_correct_folder_settings_are_as_Follows\"><\/span>Steps to verify and correct folder settings are as Follows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Click the <strong>Backup and Sync<\/strong> icon in the system tray and open the three-dot menu.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>Preferences <\/strong>from the dropdown list.<\/li>\n<li>On the <strong>Preferences <\/strong>page, click <strong>Google Drive<\/strong> in the left-hand panel.<\/li>\n<li>On the right side, select <strong>Sync <\/strong>everything in My Drive to include all folders.<\/li>\n<li>At last, click on the <strong>OK <\/strong>button to apply the changes and restart the sync.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"user-query mb-3\">\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Solution_to_Resolve_%E2%80%9CGoogle_Backup_and_Sync_Not_Working%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Quick Solution to Resolve &ldquo;Google Backup and Sync Not Working&rdquo;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For users managing large mailboxes and file libraries, manual methods may be time-consuming and prone to error. Thus, the <strong>Aryson Google Workspace Backup Tool<\/strong>&nbsp;provides an efficient and reliable way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/backup-google-drive-to-external-hard-drive\/\"><strong>back up and archive your Google data to external drive<\/strong><\/a> with full control over d<strong>ate ranges, folder selection, &amp; output format<\/strong>s. This software eliminates the need to perform the same manual steps repeatedly &amp; makes sure that no files are missed during the process. Using the same software, you can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/archive-gmail-emails-by-date-range\/\"><strong>archive Gmail emails by Date Range<\/strong><\/a>. The simple interface and <strong>interactive GUI<\/strong> makes it easy to use for both personal and enterprise users who want a structured and <strong>low-downtime<\/strong> backup experience.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simplified_Steps_to_Fix_the_Backup_and_Sync_Not_Opening_Issue\"><\/span>Simplified Steps to Fix the Backup and Sync Not Opening Issue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>First, download &amp; run the <strong>Aryson Google Workspace Backup Tool<\/strong> on your Windows system.<\/li>\n<li>After that, choose the required source email client &amp; enter login credentials.<\/li>\n<li>Choose Backup Google Workspace All Services, and click on Continue<\/li>\n<li>Enter your Root User Email Address, Service Account Email, and p12 File Path to Login account.<\/li>\n<li>Select User Mailboxes or Google Worspace Data for Backup.<\/li>\n<li>From the provided list, select the <strong>destination format<\/strong> or the <strong>email client<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>For precise backup, <strong>apply given optional filters<\/strong> and choose the saving path.<\/li>\n<li>At last, click on <strong>Next <\/strong>&gt;&gt; <strong>Download <\/strong>to begin archiving mailbox data.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To summarise, we have covered the most effective approaches to fix Google Backup and Sync not working, from quick restarts and folder setting corrections to full reinstallation. For smaller datasets, the manual methods above are sufficient and straightforward. For users dealing with larger volumes of data, the automated solution provides accuracy &amp; saves considerable time. Choosing the right method based on your specific situation will help you restore smooth sync operations and keep your data secure and well-organised.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"faq-main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776862805150\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q1. Why has Google Backup and Sync suddenly stopped working?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans: <\/strong>Common reasons include a weak internet connection, firewall restrictions, outdated software, or an incorrect account configuration.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776862830346\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q2. Will reinstalling Backup and Sync delete my locally synced files?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans: <\/strong>No, reinstalling the application does not remove your locally synced files. You can merge them after reinstallation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776862847897\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q3. How do I check if Google Drive servers are down?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Visit the Google Workspace Status Dashboard &amp; check the indicator next to Google Drive for any active disruptions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776862868361\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q4. Can a firewall cause Google Backup and Sync not to work?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans: <\/strong>Yes, windows firewall or third-party antivirus software can block the app from connecting to Google&#8217;s servers. Adding it as a firewall exception typically resolves the issue.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776862887809\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q5. 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