Gmail users could soon have the option to change their email addresses, a much-anticipated upgrade from Google. Previously, users were locked into their @gmail.com address with no option for modification, requiring them to create a new account for a different name.
However, recent findings by the observant team at 9to5Google suggest that Google is preparing to introduce a feature allowing users to update their accounts significantly. A support document outlines the process, indicating that emails sent to the old address will automatically be forwarded to the new one.
This potential update is likely to be well-received by individuals who are dissatisfied with their original account setup or have experienced changes in their circumstances.
Google clarified, “The email address linked to your Google Account is crucial for accessing Google services and identifying your account. If desired, users can switch their Gmail ending email address to a new one ending in gmail.com, with emails being received at both addresses without affecting stored data like photos, messages, and emails.”
The timing and availability of this new feature to users remain undisclosed, with the initial announcement only appearing in a support document in Hindi, hinting that users in India might be the first to access it.
For those eager to change their current email address, Google is expected to share further details soon.
