Google is reportedly working on a significant upgrade for Gmail users, allowing them to change their email addresses, a feature that has been long awaited. Previously, once a user set up an @gmail.com address, changing it was not possible, necessitating the creation of a new account for those seeking a different name. However, a recent discovery by the team at 9to5Google indicates that Google is gearing up to enable users to make substantial updates to their accounts, with a support document detailing how the process will involve automatically forwarding emails from the old address to the new one.
This anticipated update will likely be well-received by individuals who established their accounts in the past and now wish to modify their email addresses due to personal preferences or changes in circumstances. Google explained that the email address linked to a Google Account is crucial for accessing Google services and can be changed from an address ending in @gmail.com to a new one with the same domain. Both the old and new email addresses will receive emails, ensuring that data stored in the account, such as photos, messages, and emails sent to the old address, remains unaffected.
As of now, specific details regarding the release date and availability of this feature to users remain undisclosed. Notably, the initial announcement by Google was made through a support document in Hindi, hinting that users in India might be among the first to access the new functionality. For those eager to update their current email addresses, it is advisable to await further updates from Google in the near future.