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Google Allows Gmail Username Changes Without Data Loss

4/1/2026

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Google LLC announced that United States users can change their Gmail username (the part before '@gmail.com') without losing data, and the old address remains as an alternate email.
Users can change their username once every 12 months, with a total limit of three changes.
To change their email, users must go to Google Account settings and follow the prompts.
The update helps users maintain a more professional digital identity.

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Story summary

Google LLC announced that United States users can change their Gmail username (the part before '@gmail.com') without losing data, and the old address remains as an alternate email.
Users can change their username once every 12 months, with a total limit of three changes.
To change their email, users must go to Google Account settings and follow the prompts.
The update helps users maintain a more professional digital identity.