Before you can build automations that update rows, log form submissions, or track spreadsheet data, you’ll first need to link a Google Sheets account to Workload.

This post shows you two simple ways to do it—with full instructions and screenshots. Whether you’re just getting started or you’re deep into building a workflow, both methods only take a minute to complete.

🧭 Option 1: Connect from the Dashboard via Connections Page #

Step 1: Click “Add Connection” #

From your Workload dashboard, go to the Connections tab. Click the blue + Add Connection button at the top.

Step 2: Search for Google Sheets #

In the popup menu, type “Google Sheets” and select it from the list.

Step 3: Choose your Google account #

A new window will appear. Choose the Google account you want to connect.

Step 4: Handle the security warning #

Google may display a verification warning. Click the Advanced link in the bottom left corner.

Step 5: Proceed anyway #

Click Go to workload.co (unsafe) — it’s safe, and we’re working on Google verification.

Step 6: Confirm sign-in #

Review the permissions and click Continue.

Step 7: Grant account access #

You’ll see a final permissions screen. Click Continue again.

Step 8: Done! Your account is connected #

You’ll return to the Connections page and see Google Sheets listed as a connection

⚡ Option 2: Connect Through a Workflow Step #

Step 1: Sign in through a trigger or action step #

Connect your Google account by clicking Sign in

Step 2: Pick your Google account #

Choose the account you want to connect in the pop-up window.

Step 3: Enter your password #

Enter your password (or passkey) and click Next.

Step 4: Deal with the security warning #

Click the Advanced button when prompted that the app is unverified.

Step 5: Proceed to Workload #

Click Go to workload.co (unsafe) to continue.

Step 6: Confirm sign in #

Click Continue on the confirmation screen.

Step 7: Grant access to Workload #

Select permissions and click Continue to finalize.

Step 8: Name your connection #

Enter a name for your connection and click OK.

Step 9: Connected and Ready to Rock #

You will now see the name of your connection in the account field.

🏁 Done! You’ve Just Learned How to Link a Google Sheets Account to Workload #

That’s it—your Google Sheets account is now fully connected to Workload. Whether you’re syncing tasks, updating rows, or logging submissions, you’re ready to build.

Need help getting started? Browse automation tutorials or check out Workload University for step-by-step video walkthroughs.