This gives users just a few short months to make the transition to the new app.

Google also shared a timeline for the transition to Drive for Desktop.

On August 18, Backup and Sync users will start to receive in-product notifications about the transition.

Google Drive apps on desktop, mobile, and tablet

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Finally, on October 1, Google says it will disable all ability to sign into Backup and Sync.

To continue using Drive or Google Photos, users will need to complete the transition to Drive for Desktop.

Google Drive for Desktop app

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