Google is rolling out a long-awaited feature that allows users to change their Gmail address — specifically the part before @gmail.com. The update is currently available to some users in the United States and is expected to expand to other countries soon.

To use the feature, go to Google Account Settings → Personal Info → Email → Google Account Email, then tap “Change Google Account email” and select a new address.

Google says your old email will remain linked to your account as an alternate address, meaning messages sent to the previous email will still reach you.

However, there is one limitation: users can only change their Gmail address once every 12 months, so choosing the new address carefully is important.

Since the feature is being rolled out gradually, some users may not see the option immediately.