Download Threads videos & log results in Google Sheets

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1. Workflow Overview

Threads Video Downloader & Google Drive Logger Automate downloading Threads videos from URLs, upload them to Google Drive , and log results in Google Sheets using n8n. API Source: [Threads Download...

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File Management automation workflows
advanced n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.formtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.if, n8n-nodes-base.googledrive, n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets, n8n-nodes-base.wait, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Sk developer .

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title: Download Threads videos & log results in Google Sheets
Workflow name: Download Threads videos & log results in Google Sheets

Threads Video Downloader & Google Drive Logger

Automate downloading Threads videos from URLs, upload them to Google Drive, and log results in Google Sheets using n8n.

API Source: Threads Downloader on RapidAPI

Workflow Explanation

Node	Explanation
On form submission	Trigger workflow when a user submits a Threads URL via a form.
Fetch Threads Video Data	Sends the submitted URL to Threads Downloader API to get video info.
Check If Video Exists	Checks if the API returned a valid downloadable video URL.
Download Threads Video File	Downloads the video from the API-provided URL.
Upload Video to Google Drive	Uploads the downloaded video to a designated Google Drive folder.
Set Google Drive Sharing Permissions	Sets sharing permissions so the uploaded video is accessible via a link.
Log Success to Google Sheets	Records the original URL and Google Drive link in Google Sheets for successful downloads.
Wait Before Logging Failure	Adds a pause before logging failed downloads to avoid timing issues.
Log Failed Download to Google Sheets	Logs URLs with “N/A” for videos that failed to download.

How to Obtain a RapidAPI Key

Go to Threads Downloader API on RapidAPI.
Sign up or log in to RapidAPI.
Subscribe to the API (free or paid plan).
Copy the X-RapidAPI-Key from your dashboard and paste it into the n8n HTTP Request node.

✅ Note: Keep your API key private.

How to Configure Google Drive & Google Sheets

Google Drive

Go to Google Drive and create a folder for videos.
In n8n, create Google Drive OAuth2 credentials and connect your account.
Configure the Upload Video node to target your folder.

Google Sheets

Create a spreadsheet with columns: URL | Drive_URL.
Create Google API credentials in n8n (service account or OAuth2).
Map the nodes to log successful or failed downloads.

Google Sheet Column Table Example

URL	Drive_URL
https://www.threads.net/p/abc123	https://drive.google.com/file/d/xyz/view
https://www.threads.net/p/def456	N/A

Use Case & Benefits

Use Case: Automate downloading Threads videos for marketing, content archiving, or research.
Benefits:
- Saves time with automated downloads.
- Centralized storage in Google Drive.
- Keeps a clear log in Google Sheets.
- Works with multiple Threads URLs without manual effort.

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - On form submission

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.formTrigger - formTrigger
Config choices: Version 2.2

Block 2 - Fetch Threads Video Data

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices: Version 4.2

Block 3 - Check If Video Exists

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.if - if
Config choices: Version 2.2

Block 4 - Download Threads Video File

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices: Version 4.2

Block 5 - Upload Video to Google Drive

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.googleDrive - googleDrive
Config choices: Version 3

Block 6 - Set Google Drive Sharing Permissions

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.googleDrive - googleDrive
Config choices: Version 3

Block 7 - Log Success to Google Sheets

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices: Version 4.6

Block 8 - Wait Before Logging Failure

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.wait - wait
Config choices: Version 1.1

Block 9 - Log Failed Download to Google Sheets

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices: Version 4.6

Block 10 - Sticky Note

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 11 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 12 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 13 - Sticky Note3

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 14 - Sticky Note4

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 15 - Sticky Note5

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 16 - Sticky Note6

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 17 - Sticky Note7

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 18 - Sticky Note8

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 19 - Sticky Note9

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow	Download Threads videos & log results in Google Sheets
Complexity	advanced
Nodes	19
Categories	File Management
Author	Sk developer
Published	25 Oct 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

1. Download the workflow JSON

Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/10153/10153.json as the source template for this automation.
2. Import the template into n8n

Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.
3. Configure credentials and variables

Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.
4. Test with sample data

Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.
5. Activate and monitor

Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Download workflow JSON Original n8n.io source File Management workflows

Frequently asked questions

What does Download Threads videos & log results in Google Sheets do?

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your File Management use case.

Sk developer

35 workflows

Nodes

n8n-nodes-base.formtrigger n8n-nodes-base.httprequest n8n-nodes-base.if n8n-nodes-base.googledrive n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets n8n-nodes-base.wait n8n-nodes-base.stickynote

Complexity

advanced

Published 25 Oct 2025

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Important notice

1. Workflow Overview

Best for

Tools used

Source and attribution

1.1 Workflow description

Threads Video Downloader & Google Drive Logger

Workflow Explanation

How to Obtain a RapidAPI Key

How to Configure Google Drive & Google Sheets

Google Drive

Google Sheets

Google Sheet Column Table Example

Use Case & Benefits

1.2 Logical Blocks

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - On form submission

Block 2 - Fetch Threads Video Data

Block 3 - Check If Video Exists

Block 4 - Download Threads Video File

Block 5 - Upload Video to Google Drive

Block 6 - Set Google Drive Sharing Permissions

Block 7 - Log Success to Google Sheets

Block 8 - Wait Before Logging Failure

Block 9 - Log Failed Download to Google Sheets

Block 10 - Sticky Note

Block 11 - Sticky Note1

Block 12 - Sticky Note2

Block 13 - Sticky Note3

Block 14 - Sticky Note4

Block 15 - Sticky Note5

Block 16 - Sticky Note6

Block 17 - Sticky Note7

Block 18 - Sticky Note8

Block 19 - Sticky Note9

3. Summary Table

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

1. Download the workflow JSON

2. Import the template into n8n

3. Configure credentials and variables

4. Test with sample data

5. Activate and monitor

5. General Notes & Resources

Frequently asked questions