TL;DR
Documentation spotted on a Hindi Google support page suggests Gmail addresses that end with @gmail.com could be replaceable with a different @gmail.com address. Google says the capability is rolling out gradually; some users report seeing the option while many others do not yet have access.
What happened
For years Gmail users have had little choice but to keep the original @gmail.com address they signed up with or create a new account and migrate data. Recent changes to Google’s support documentation — visible on the Hindi version of the site and highlighted by third-party observers — indicate Google may be testing a feature that lets users change an email address that ends in @gmail.com to another address that also ends in @gmail.com. The support text, as translated, outlines mechanics for the change: the old address would become an alias, both old and new addresses would receive mail, account data would remain intact, and users could sign in with either address across Google services. Google states the option is rolling out gradually, and anecdotal reports show the setting is available to at least some users through their account settings while remaining absent for others.
Why it matters
- It could spare users the time and difficulty of creating a new account and migrating data tied to a long-used Gmail address.
- Mail sent to the previous address would continue to arrive, preserving continuity for contacts and services.
- Signing in with either the old or new address would keep access to Google services without re-linking multiple accounts.
Key facts
- Change was first flagged in a Google Pixel Hub Telegram discussion and reported by 9to5Google.
- The update appears in Google’s support documentation currently accessible only on the Hindi site.
- Translated support text states a Gmail address ending in @gmail.com can be replaced with another @gmail.com address.
- If changed, the original @gmail.com address will be set as an alias for the account.
- Users would receive email at both the old and new addresses after the switch.
- Account data — including photos, messages, and existing emails — would not be affected by the change.
- Google’s page says the capability is rolling out gradually, so it may not be available to all users yet.
- The support page notes you can reuse your old Google Account email address, but you cannot create a new @gmail.com account with that address for 12 months.
- A user comment on 9to5Google’s social post claims the option is already visible for them under Gmail’s 'My Account' settings, while many others report it is not yet present.
What to watch next
- Whether Google publishes the same support documentation in English and other languages or keeps the change limited to certain locales — not confirmed in the source.
- How widely and quickly Google completes the gradual rollout across accounts and regions.
- Whether additional limits or conditions (beyond those listed on the Hindi support page) will appear when the feature reaches more users — not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- Alias: An alternate email address associated with the same account that can receive mail but routes messages to the same inbox.
- Google Account: A user account that provides access to Google services such as Gmail, Drive, Maps, YouTube and Play.
- Rollout: The staged release of a feature to users over time rather than to everyone at once.
- Account migration: The process of moving data and services from one account to another, often used when switching email addresses or providers.
Reader FAQ
Can I change my @gmail.com address to another @gmail.com address now?
Google’s support text says the feature is rolling out gradually; some users report seeing it, but it is not yet available to everyone.
Will emails sent to my old Gmail address still arrive after I switch?
Yes — the documentation indicates mail will be delivered to both the old and new addresses.
Will changing my Gmail address delete my existing emails or photos?
No — the support page states account data such as photos, messages, and emails will remain unaffected.
Can I delete the new email address after switching or immediately create a new account with my old address?
The support page says you cannot delete the new email address and that you cannot create a new @gmail.com account using the old address for 12 months.
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