Google Drive Direct Download Link Generator

How to Use

  1. Copy a sharing link from Google Drive (Right-click on file → "Get link")
  2. Paste it in the text area above or upload a spreadsheet containing links
  3. The tool will generate direct download links automatically
  4. Copy individual links, copy all links, or download them as a CSV file

Tip

For direct links to work properly, make sure your Google Drive files are set to "Anyone with the link can view".

What are Direct Download Links?

Direct download links allow users to download files immediately instead of navigating through the Google Drive preview interface. They're perfect for:

  • Embedding images in websites
  • Creating direct download buttons
  • Sharing files that should download immediately
  • Embedding documents in markdown or other text formats
Learn more about direct download links

Frequently Asked Questions

Do these direct links expire?

No, they don't expire as long as the file exists in Google Drive and the sharing permissions remain unchanged.

What file types are supported?

All file types that Google Drive supports can be linked directly, including images, documents, videos, and archives.

Is there a file size limit?

Direct links work with files of any size, but very large files might trigger Google Drive's bandwidth limitations if accessed frequently.

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