Millions of Gmail users will soon have the option to change their email address to a new one. Google previously hinted at this update, and now it seems to be rolling out globally. In a recent update on its Gmail blog page, Google confirmed that users can switch their Google Account email ending in gmail.com to a new address with the same domain.
This change could be beneficial for users who want to update their username or have experienced changes in their circumstances. However, Google notes that this feature is gradually being made available to all users and may not be accessible to everyone immediately.
The new system will allow both the old and new email addresses to coexist, ensuring that any emails sent to the current Gmail address will be automatically forwarded to the new one. Google assures users that none of their account data will be impacted, and all photos, messages, and emails associated with the original address will remain unchanged.
To check if you can switch to a new Gmail address without losing any emails, follow these steps:
– Visit myaccount.google.com/google-account-email on your computer and sign in if required.
– Click on Personal info at the top-left corner.
– Select Email, then Google Account email.
– Under “Google Account email,” click on Change Google Account email.
– If the option is not available, it may not be accessible to you yet.
– Enter the new username you wish to use, ensuring it has not been previously used or deleted.
– Click on Change email and confirm by selecting Yes, change email.
– Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
After completion, your new Gmail address will become your primary account email, while the old address will be retained as an alternate email.
