Google Drive's Hidden File Limit Causes Access Issues for Some Users

Google Drive has implemented a file limit of 5 million items without warning users, causing some to be locked out of new file uploads. This limit applies to both consumer and business accounts, including those paying for Google Workspace and Google One storage plans. The 5 million total file cap is not documented anywhere, and there are no tools to see if you're getting close to this limit. This surprise change is baffling, especially for Workspace business customers who are supposed to be paying for a more stable version of Google's services.