For individuals who use multiple email accounts for various purposes, it’s useful to have a backup option. This proves to be beneficial in situations where you may forget your password or require a different email address for correspondence. In this blog post, we will provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up an alternative email address in Gmail.
Why Set an Alternate Email Address?
Setting an alternate email address in Gmail helps safeguard your account. Moreover, it allows Google to contact you if there’s any unusual activity on your account or if you’re locked out of your account. It’s a secondary line of communication between you and Google.
Steps to Set Alternate Email Address
To set an alternative email in Gmail, follow the instructions listed below:
1. Sign in to your Gmail account. Open your preferred web browser and go to Gmail. Enter your email and password to log in.
2. Open Settings. Once you’re signed in, click on the gear icon at the top right corner of the page and select “See all settings”.
3. Go to the ‘Accounts and Import’ tab. You’ll see several tabs at the top of the Settings page. Click on ‘Accounts and Import’.
4. Click on ‘Change password recovery options’. Scroll down to the “Change account settings” section and click on the ‘Change password recovery options’.
5. Add an alternate email. You will be redirected to your Google Account’s page. Scroll down till you find the “Personal info & privacy” section. Here, click on the “Email” option. After that, click on the “Alternate emails” option and then the “ADD OTHER EMAIL” button. Enter the alternate email you want to add and click on “ADD EMAIL”.
Confirming Your Alternate Email Address
After adding your alternate email, Google will automatically send a verification email to that address. To confirm the alternate email address, simply open the email sent by Google and click on the verification link provided.
Once you’ve verified your alternate email, it will be added to your Google account. You can now use it for password recovery or as an alternate means of communication with Google.
Remember, the alternate email you add should be one that you actively use and have access to. This ensures you can promptly receive any important notifications related to your Gmail account.
We hope this guide helps you in setting up your alternate email address on Gmail. Stay tuned for more insightful articles and guides!
