How to backup airtable
- George Apostolov
How to backup airtable: step-by-step guide
Go to Extensions on the top-right.
Click on the Add an extension button.
Search and select Pro Backup from the Extensions Marketplace.
Click on the Add Extension button to begin installing the extension to your Airtable account.
Click on the Onboard button.
You will be taken to the Pro Backup Dashboard.
Click on the New App button on the top.
Select Airtable.
Log in with Airtable.
Grant access to your Airtable account and add appropriate bases.
Provide the scope of the backup. These would be the areas you want backed up.
Lastly, Connect google drive.
Quick answer: To backup your data, open Extensions in Airtable, add the Pro Backup extension, and complete the onboarding in the Pro Backup Dashboard by logging in, granting account access, selecting bases, setting the backup scope, and connecting Google drive.
About this Airtable tutorial
Secure your Airtable data by installing the Pro Backup extension and configuring your backup settings and Google drive connection. This guide shows how to backup airtable in 12 steps, starting with "Go to Extensions on the top-right" and finishing with "Lastly, Connect google drive". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Airtable interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to backup airtable?
12 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Airtable data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Airtable. Related guides: How to change primary field in airtable, How to comment in airtable and How to Connect Cognito Forms to Airtable Using Zapier. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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