Gmail Update: Google is set to roll out a long-awaited feature that allows users to change their Gmail user ID. This update brings relief to millions of users who created email IDs years ago and now want a more professional or preferred username.
According to reports, the new option has already appeared for select users, while a wider rollout may take some time. Google has not yet announced an official global launch date, but indications suggest the feature will reach all users gradually.
Why This Gmail Feature Matters
Many Gmail users created their email IDs in a hurry or when their preferred names were unavailable. Until now, Gmail did not allow users to modify their username, forcing them to continue using outdated IDs or create entirely new accounts. However, switching accounts often meant losing access to emails, contacts, and important data.
This new Gmail option aims to solve that problem by allowing users to change only the username, while keeping @gmail.com unchanged. Importantly, the account will still remain the same, with all emails, files, and settings intact.
Key Rules for Changing Gmail User ID
Google has placed a few restrictions to prevent misuse of this feature:
Users can change their Gmail username only once in a year
A Gmail ID can be changed a maximum of three times
The domain @gmail.com will remain the same
The account will still be treated as the original account, not a new one
The option has been spotted on Google’s support pages, confirming that the feature is officially under testing.
When Will It Be Available for Everyone?
Currently, the Gmail user ID change feature is available only to a limited number of users. Google is expected to expand access in phases. Users are advised to keep their Gmail app and Google account updated to receive the feature once it becomes available.
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