Google Drive on old Mac

I have an old MacBook on OS X 10.6.8


i want to access Google Drive in order to move some old files from the computer to cloud storage before it totally bites the dust.


Whenever I try to log in to Google Drive using a browser I get a message saying my browser needs to be updated, but am unable to update to latest versions on this iOS.


I’ve tried Safari, Firefox and Chrome but have the same issue in all.

I’ve also tried Spiderweb, which at least allows me to access what’s currently in my Google Drive - but seemingly has no option to add files and folders.


Can anyone suggest a browser or alternative process to get files from my ancient MacBook into Google Drive?


Thanks!

Posted on Feb 26, 2023 07:17 AM

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Posted on Feb 26, 2023 07:28 AM

Being that the laptop and OS are now unsupported, were I you, I'd get an external drive and use Carbon Copy Cloner to clone the laptop's drive. Once done, that ext drive can be plugged into a newer computer and the files retrieved. No need to put anything in the cloud at this time.


Alternatively, you could use Time Machine to back up that laptop, and use Migration Assistant to recover the files when you set up your new computer.



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Feb 26, 2023 07:28 AM in response to Joe Shark

Being that the laptop and OS are now unsupported, were I you, I'd get an external drive and use Carbon Copy Cloner to clone the laptop's drive. Once done, that ext drive can be plugged into a newer computer and the files retrieved. No need to put anything in the cloud at this time.


Alternatively, you could use Time Machine to back up that laptop, and use Migration Assistant to recover the files when you set up your new computer.



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