Overview #

The Google Integration feature allows you to connect your WordPress site with Google services, enabling functionalities like Google Sheets data export and Google Drive file storage. This is a prerequisite for using any Google-related features in your workflows.

Initial Setup Process #

Step 1: Create Google Cloud Project #

1. Go to Google Cloud Console
2. Create a new project or select an existing one
3. Enable the following APIs:

• Google Sheets API
• Google Drive API
• Google OAuth 2.0

Step 2: Configure OAuth Consent Screen #

1. Navigate to “OAuth consent screen”
2. Choose “External” user type
3. Fill in required application information:

• App name
• User support email
• Developer contact information

1. Add necessary scopes:

• https://www.googleapis.com/auth/drive.readonly
• https://www.googleapis.com/auth/spreadsheets.readonly

Step 3: Create OAuth Credentials #

1. Go to “Credentials” section
2. Click “Create Credentials” → “OAuth 2.0 Client ID”
3. Select “Web application”
4. Add authorized redirect URIs:

• Copy the redirect URI from plugin settings
• Add it to the authorized redirect URIs list

Plugin Configuration #

Step 1: Enter Google Credentials #

1. Navigate to WordPress Admin → AI Workflow Automation → Settings
2. Click on “Google Integration” section
3. Follow the step by step setup guide.

1. Enter the following:

• Client ID (from Google Cloud Console)
• Client Secret (from Google Cloud Console)
• Redirect URI will be automatically generated

Step 2: Authenticate #

1. Click “Sign in with Google” button
2. Sign in to your Google account
3. Review and accept permissions
4. Wait for redirect back to WordPress

Features #

• Secure OAuth 2.0 authentication
• Automatic token refresh
• Scope-based permissions
• No need to store sensitive credentials
• Easy reconnection process

Managing Integration #

Token Management #

• Access tokens automatically refresh
• Manual refresh available if needed
• Clear visual indicators of connection status
• Easy reset option for troubleshooting

Security Features #

• Encrypted token storage
• Secure communication channels
• Regular authentication checks
• Automated session management

Troubleshooting #

Common Issues #

1. Connection Failures:

• Verify credentials are entered correctly
• Check redirect URI matches exactly
• Confirm APIs are enabled
• Verify OAuth consent screen configuration

1. Permission Issues:

• Review requested scopes
• Check OAuth consent screen configuration
• Verify user has necessary permissions
• Confirm API restrictions

1. Token Problems:

• Try manual token refresh
• Reset integration and reconnect
• Check for expired credentials
• Verify OAuth consent screen validity

Best Practices #

1. Security:

• Regular audit of connected applications
• Monitor API usage
• Review authorized access regularly
• Keep credentials secure

1. Maintenance:

• Periodic connection testing
• Regular verification of API quotas
• Monitor token refresh status
• Keep OAuth consent screen updated

Additional Information #

API Quotas #

• Google Sheets API: 500 requests per 100 seconds per project
• Google Drive API: 1,000 requests per 100 seconds per project
• Daily quota limits apply

Support Resources #

• Google Cloud Console
• Google API Documentation
• OAuth 2.0 Documentation
• Plugin support channels

Updates and Maintenance #

• Regular updates to API integrations
• Automatic handling of API changes
• Backward compatibility support
• Security patches and updates