Merge google mail accounts

Merging Google Mail accounts can be a bit of a process, but it's doable. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you merge your Google Mail accounts:

Prerequisites:

1. You have multiple Google Mail accounts (e.g., Gmail, Google Workspace, or other Google accounts).
2. You have access to the accounts you want to merge.
3. You're comfortable with the potential consequences of merging accounts (e.g., losing access to individual accounts, merging contacts, calendars, and settings).

Step 1: Prepare for the merge

1. Sign in to the Google account you want to keep as the primary account (the "target" account).
2. Make sure you have 2-Step Verification (2SV) enabled on the target account. This will help protect your account during the merge process.
3. Review the accounts you want to merge and ensure you're comfortable with the potential consequences.

Step 2: Enable account merging

1. Go to the Google Account settings page (https://myaccount.google.com/) and sign in with the target account.
2. Click on "Data & personalization" and then click on "Account settings."
3. Scroll down to the "Account merging" section and toggle the switch to "On."

Step 3: Select the accounts to merge

1. Go back to the Google Account settings page and click on "Data & personalization" again.
2. Click on "Account settings" and then click on "Merge accounts."
3. Select the accounts you want to merge from the list of available accounts.

Step 4: Confirm the merge

1. Review the accounts you've selected to merge and confirm that you want to proceed.
2. Google will ask you to confirm that you understand the potential consequences of merging accounts.
3. Click "Merge accounts" to start the merge process.

Step 5: Wait for the merge to complete

1. The merge process may take some time to complete, depending on the number of accounts and data being merged.
2. You'll receive an email notification when the merge is complete.

Post-merge steps:

1. Review your account settings and ensure everything is set up as expected.
2. Update your contacts, calendars, and other settings as needed.
3. Verify that all emails, contacts, and other data have been successfully merged.

Important notes:

• Merging accounts will delete the secondary accounts, so make sure you're comfortable with losing access to those accounts.
• Merging accounts will also merge contacts, calendars, and other data, so be prepared for potential conflicts or changes.
• If you're using Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), you may need to consult with your administrator or IT department for guidance on merging accounts.

Remember to exercise caution when merging Google Mail accounts, as it can have significant consequences. If you're unsure about the process or have concerns, consider consulting with a Google expert or seeking guidance from Google's support resources.