Android hacks: How to change your Android phones default Google account

If you have an Android device, you probably know that your Google account is very important for using many apps and services. But what if you have more than one Google account and you want to change the main one? The main account is the one that controls your Gmail, Calendar, Drive, and other Google services. It is also the one that you used when you first set up your device. If you want to change the main account you have to sign out of the current main account and then sign back in with the new one. This will also affect your Google Play Store, contacts, emails, and other data on your device. If you want to change your main Google account on Android, here is a step-by-step guide on how to change your Android phone’s default Google account. Also Read: Google’s New AI Tool Lets You See How Shoes Look On You Before Buying

A step-by-step guide on how to change your Android phone’s default Google account

Step 1: Open the Settings app on your Android device and tap on Google. Also Read: Flipkart Big Festive Dhamaka Sale: Google Pixel 9 Gets Massive Rs 27,750 Price Cut

Step 2: Tap on Manage your Google Account at the top of the screen. Also Read: Google Expands Opal To India: Here’s How You Can Build Apps in Minutes Using AI

Step 3: Swipe left to go to the Security tab and scroll down to Your devices section.

Step 4: Tap on Manage devices and select the device you want to change the default account for.

Step 5: Tap on the three-dot menu icon at the top right corner and choose Remove account.

Step 6: Confirm your choice by tapping on Remove account again.

Step 7: Go back to the Settings app and tap on Google again.

Step 8: Tap on Add another account and sign in with the Google account you want to set as default.

Step 9: Enter your password and any other verification steps required.

You have successfully changed your default Google account on your Android device.

Meanwhile, notifications play a crucial role in keeping you updated about everything happening around you and on your smartphone. However, they can be accidentally dismissed with a simple swipe. Thankfully, Android has introduced a feature known as “Notification History” in Android 11. This feature maintains a continuous record of notifications, ensuring you never miss any important updates. If you find this feature useful and want to use it on your Android phone, here is a step-by-step guide on how to enable Notification History on Android.