Millions of Gmail users are in for a significant update as Google has announced the rollout of the option to change email addresses. This update will be welcomed by users looking to switch from their original Gmail account name.
Google stated that users can now modify their Google Account username used for signing in to various apps and services like Gmail, Photos, and Drive. The original email address will continue to function alongside the new one, ensuring that messages sent to either account will not be missed.
Furthermore, Google assured that the transition will not impact stored data such as photos, messages, and emails. While this update is currently available only in the US, users in other regions like the UK will have to wait for its arrival.
For users in the US, Google advised accessing the Google account settings, navigating to personal info, selecting email, then Google account email. If the option to change Google account email is visible, users can proceed to select a new and unique username. It is important to note that only one new address can be created every 12 months.
To check if the update has reached their account, users are encouraged to review their settings promptly.