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Google Account email address modification feature rolled out in the U.S.

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Google has introduced a feature allowing users in the United States to modify their primary @gmail.com address or create a new alias, replacing the prior restriction that prevented changes to the username portion of the address. The change affects account identification across Google services including Gmail, Photos, and Drive, and requires the new address to remain unique and tied to the user’s existing account. Old addresses are retained and cannot be reused by new accounts.

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  1. 01.04.2026 02:13 1 articles · 3h ago

    Google expands email address modification capability to U.S. accounts

    On March 31, 2026, Google enabled users in the United States to change the username portion of their @gmail.com address via Google Account settings. The update replaces prior restrictions and applies changes across associated Google services. Old addresses remain linked to the account and are not reusable.

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  • Users in the U.S. can now change the username portion of their @gmail.com address through Google Account settings.

    First reported: 01.04.2026 02:13
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  • The change applies to the primary email address used for signing in to Google services and cascades across associated applications (e.g., Gmail, Photos, Drive).

    First reported: 01.04.2026 02:13
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  • The feature was first observed in October 2025 and expanded to some accounts by the end of 2025 outside the U.S., with the U.S. rollout confirmed on March 31, 2026.

    First reported: 01.04.2026 02:13
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  • Google retains ownership of old usernames and does not allow them to be reassigned to new accounts.

    First reported: 01.04.2026 02:13
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