Google is rolling out a significant update that allows users to change their primary @gmail.com email addresses without losing existing data or access to linked services. Once a user updates their email handle, the original address is automatically converted into an "alias". Authentication for Google services - including Maps, YouTube and Drive - will support logins using either the original or the newly created email address. Technical reports from 9to5Google suggest that accounts will be limited to a total of 4 names over their lifetime, consisting of the original address and up to three subsequent changes. The option is located under Personal Info > Email > Google Account Email, where a "Change Google Account Email" prompt will appear if the feature is active for that specific user (see pix below).

Source: Bangkok Post December 28, 2025 03:51 UTC