How do I update my email address? (2024)

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How do I update my email address? ›

Once your new email address is set up correctly, you need to notify all contacts of your new address. The easiest way is to send a message with your old or new email address saying you have a new one. Make sure you put all contacts in the bcc of the email. Otherwise, everyone can see each other's email address.

On your computer, go to Gmail. See all settings. At the top, choose a settings page, such as General, Labels or Inbox. Make your changes.

It depends on your mail service provider. Most providers don't allow you to alter your account name, but some will give you the option of creating an alias to your existing mailbox.

In most cases, you can't change your Gmail address. However, you can create a new Gmail address and set up email forwarding. That way, any messages sent to your old Gmail address will be automatically forwarded to your new account.

Or, visit www.usps.com and click on the “Change of Address” link to enter your new address information online and receive immediate email confirmation. It is important to individually notify senders of your address change.

Tell your contacts, but bcc: please

Then you need to tell everyone about the change. Using your new address, send an email to everyone in your address book—friends, relatives, and business associates. Address the message to yourself (again, with the new address), and BCC everyone else. The BCC part is important.

Start with writing a 'polite greeting', like “Dear [Name]” or “Hello [Team]”. Then, succinctly state the point and purpose of writing your email. For instance example, write, “I'm writing to request a 'quick status update' on [Project/Task].”

Check email sync settings. With many email applications, like Gmail, it's possible to turn automatic email sync off, preventing your app from syncing and notifying you of new emails. You'll need to turn it back on from the application's settings if this happens.

Where do I find my email settings on my phone? ›

In your mail app, tap the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) on the left side. Then tap the settings cogwheel at the top here. Select the email account you wish to change from the page here.

There may be reasons behind the switch, but you do not want to miss out on any correspondence. This could be due to a death, an account that has been compromised and resulted in identity theft, changing your internet provider or relief from the giggling when someone hears your domain name is Prodigy.net.

You can change the name that's linked to your email address. Important: The name linked to your email address is not your username. You can't change your username or email address. Want to get more out of Google apps at work or school?