In the digital age, cloud storage has become essential, and Google Drive is one of the most widely used services. To access Google Drive, you need a Google account, such as a Gmail email address. For applications that interact with Google Drive on behalf of users, a Google OAuth Application ID is used. OAuth (Open Authorization) allows applications to gain limited access to user accounts without sharing login credentials.

A Google Drive account is simply a Google account that allows you to access Google Drive’s cloud storage service. You need a Google account, such as a Gmail email address, to use Google Drive and access all its services and functionalities.

A Google OAuth Application ID, on the other hand, is related to Google’s authentication and authorization system. OAuth (Open Authorization) is a protocol that allows applications to obtain limited access to user accounts on an HTTP service, such as Google Drive, without sharing the user’s login credentials directly. The Application ID is a unique identifier assigned to an application that uses OAuth to request permissions from users to access their data on their behalf. This ID is used in the configuration and authorization of applications that want to interact with Google services on behalf of the user.

In summary:

• Google Drive Account: An individual account that allows you to access and use Google Drive.
• Google OAuth Application ID: An identifier used by applications to request access permissions to Google services on behalf of the user through the OAuth protocol.

If you prefer not to authorize the default OAuth ID of Air Explorer to access your Google Drive account, you have the option to create your own OAuth ID and use it with Air Explorer. This approach allows you to maintain greater control over access and the security of your data.

For more information on how to create your own OAuth ID and configure it in Air Explorer, you can visit the following Air Explorer page:

In conclusion, a Google Drive account is an individual Google account providing access to Google’s cloud storage services, while a Google OAuth Application ID is used by applications to request permissions for accessing Google services on behalf of the user. Creating your own OAuth ID can offer enhanced control and security for accessing your data through applications like Air Explorer.