Google Docs is a cloud-based document editing and collaboration platform developed by Google. It allows users to create, edit, and store documents online, eliminating the need for traditional desktop software. It enables multiple users to collaborate on the same document in real time. Google Docs also offers a range of formatting and editing tools, seamless integration with Google Drive for easy file storage, and accessibility from various devices through a web browser or mobile app, making it a versatile and widely-used tool for efficient document creation and teamwork.