google-cloud-storagegsutil

How can I use gsutil with multiple accounts?

I frequently use Google Cloud Storage with at least two accounts: personal@gmail.com and work@corp.com. I used gsutil config to create .boto files for both accounts, which I've renamed to personal.boto and work.boto.

It is tiring to have to remember to type cp personal.boto ~/.boto whenever I need to switch between these accounts. Is there a better way?

Solution

  • Easiest way to do this is as follows:

    $ BOTO_CONFIG=/path/to/personal.boto gsutil cp #...

    For more detailed variations on this theme see this thread.