Millions of Gmail users are in for a significant update as Google announces the rollout of a new feature allowing users to change their email addresses. This update will be welcomed by those who are dissatisfied with their current Gmail account names.
Google stated, “Your digital identity has been enhanced.” Users can now modify their Google Account usernames (the part before @gmail.com) used for logging into various services like Gmail, Photos, and Drive.
A key benefit of this update is that the original email address will remain functional alongside the new one, ensuring that users do not miss any messages sent to either account.
Google assured users that their stored data, including photos, messages, and emails, will remain unaffected by the change. However, this update is currently only available in the US, leaving users in the UK out of the loop for now.
For users in the US, Google advised accessing their Google account settings, navigating to personal info, selecting email, then Google account email, and opting for the change Google account email option to choose a new and unique username. It is important to note that users can only create a new address once every 12 months.
To check if the update is available for your account, review your settings promptly.