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Google Sheets for Confluence – Quick Start

Google Sheets for Confluence – Quick Start

Google Sheets for Confluence is an app that lets you embed live spreadsheets and reports directly into your pages. Instead of static attachments, teams get dynamic content that stays visible, updated, and connected to their documentation.

It's built for teams tired of switching tabs. Project managers, analysts, and IT admins get real-time dashboards and secure data without leaving their workspace. The Confluence Google Sheets integration means less jumping around, quicker decisions, and collaboration that actually flows.

Setup is straightforward. It takes just a few steps to configure, data refreshes automatically, and access controls meet enterprise security standards. For organizations looking to embed Google Sheets in Confluence, it's the most effective way to streamline reporting and improve teamwork without forcing people to work differently.

  1. In your Google document, click on Share in the upper right corner of the screen.

     

  2. Set your desired access options, then click on Copy.

Embedding Google documents with restricted access

Viewing Google documents with organization or restricted access requires an authorized Google account and consequently, the ability to log into such account.

However, Google’s support to external authentication is currently limited.

If a user tries to view a restricted document through an embedder app and they’re NOT logged into any Google account, Google’s login screen won’t show up and instead a generic error will be displayed.

To fix this:

  • open a separate tab and access any Google product

  • log into your Google account

  • go back to Jira/Confluence or monday.com and refresh the page

Once you are logged in, it will also apply to other Google Workspace embedders you use.

Aggressive cookie-blocking systems (like the default options in Brave browser) will prevent the embedder app to keep your authentication. Disable them in order to correctly log into your Google account. Deleting cookies will cancel your authentication.

  1. In Google Sheets and Google Docs, click on File > Share > Publish to web.

     

  2. If not published, set your desired publishing settings and click on Publish.

     

  3. Copy the displayed URL in the Link tab.

How to embed Google Sheets in a Confluence page

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzRL4shcA3U

 

Auto mode

  1. Copy the public URL address of your Google Sheets file

  2. Paste it into your Confluence editor

  3. (Optional) Edit the viewer settings

Manual mode

  1. Copy the URL address of your Google Sheets file

  2. Open the Google Sheets macro in Confluence typing /sheets

  3. Paste the URL of the file into the corresponding section

  4. (Optional) Edit the viewer settings

If you want to paste the link without embedding the app, paste the URL into your page and perform the undo command (Ctrl+Z or Cmd+Z).

The app may not work properly if cookies are disabled or blocked by your browser.
If you’re using Microsoft Edge, please make sure to set your tracking prevention level to Basic or Balanced.
Currently, support for Safari browser is limited.

 

The recommended minimum width is 1350 px. You should set your Confluence page to full width since fixed width is 760px.

If you click on the Google Sheets icon in the embedded viewer, the application may crash. Please refresh your browser page if this occurs. We are aware of this issue but since it is caused by a limitation of the Google platform it can’t be fixed at the moment.

Advanced options

When embedding a Google Sheets spreadsheet in Publish mode, you can select additional options.

Widget: makes the sheets tab navigator visible at the bottom of the spreadsheet.


Headers: makes the row numbers and column letter headers visible.


Chrome: makes the spreadsheets title and footer visible.

FAQ

  1. What is Google Sheets for Confluence?

Google Sheets for Confluence is a plugin that allows you to embed live Google spreadsheets directly into Confluence pages. Unlike static attachments, the content stays updated in real time, enabling better reporting and collaboration.

 

  1. How do I embed a Google Sheet in a Confluence page?

You can use two modes:

  • Auto mode: paste the public Google Sheets URL directly into your Confluence page.

  • Manual mode: open the “Google Sheets” macro (/sheets), paste your file URL, and configure display options.

 

  1. Can I control what parts of the spreadsheet are visible?

Yes. Advanced options let you toggle sheet navigation (Widget), row/column headers, and the spreadsheet’s title/footer (Chrome).

 

  1. Do I need special permissions to use the app?

You need at least viewing rights on the Google Sheet. Access controls follow enterprise security standards, so only authorized users can see the data.

 

  1. Does the spreadsheet update automatically in Confluence?

Yes. The embedded sheet refreshes automatically and always reflects the latest data from Google Sheets.

 

  1. What happens if the embedded viewer crashes?

If you click the Google Sheets icon inside the embedded viewer, the application may crash due to a Google limitation. Simply refresh your browser page to restore functionality.

 

  1. Is there a recommended page layout for embedding Google Sheets?

Yes. We recommend setting your Confluence page to full width for best readability. The minimum width for embedded sheets is 1350px.

 

  1. Can I embed multiple Google Sheets in one Confluence page?

Yes. You can add as many sheets as needed, each with its own macro or pasted URL.

 

  1. Is my data secure when embedding Google Sheets in Confluence?

Yes. Data access respects Google’s native security and your Confluence permissions. Presago follows strict enterprise security practices .