How to change your e mail address

Changing your email address can be a bit of a process, but it's relatively straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through it:

Before you start:

  1. Backup your emails: Before changing your email address, make sure to backup your emails to an external storage device or cloud storage service like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive. This way, you'll have a copy of your emails in case you need them later.
  2. Update your password: Make sure you know your current email password, as you'll need it to access your account during the transition process.

Step 1: Update your email settings

  1. Log in to your email account: Go to your email provider's website (e.g., Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo) and log in to your account.
  2. Go to your account settings: Click on your profile picture or username in the top right corner, then select "Settings" or "Account settings" from the dropdown menu.
  3. Update your email address: Look for the "Account" or "Profile" section and click on "Edit" or "Update" next to your email address.
  4. Enter your new email address: Type in your new email address and confirm it by re-entering it in the "Confirm email address" field.
  5. Save changes: Click "Save" or "Update" to save your changes.

Step 2: Update your email clients and apps

  1. Update your email client: If you use an email client like Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or Apple Mail, update your account settings to reflect your new email address.
  2. Update your mobile apps: If you use a mobile email app like Gmail, Outlook, or Yahoo Mail, update your account settings to reflect your new email address.

Step 3: Update your online accounts

  1. Update your social media accounts: Log in to your social media accounts (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) and update your email address in your profile settings.
  2. Update your online services: Update your email address in any online services you use, such as online banking, shopping, or subscription services.

Step 4: Update your email signature

  1. Update your email signature: Update your email signature to reflect your new email address.

Step 5: Verify your new email address

  1. Check your new email address: Log in to your new email address to ensure it's working correctly.
  2. Verify your account: If your email provider requires verification, follow the instructions to verify your new email address.

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By following these steps, you should be able to successfully change your email address and start using your new one.