How to Switch Accounts in Google Chrome
Google Chrome is one of the most widely used browsers today, and for good reason. Being part of the Google ecosystem, it works seamlessly with various Google services. Personally, I find Google Chrome perfect for work, especially when multitasking is essential.
One of the most useful features of Google Chrome is the ability to use multiple accounts, making it simple to keep work and personal activities separate.
Switching between accounts in Google Chrome is straightforward, but some users may not know how to do it. This guide will show you how to change your Google Chrome account on both your phone and laptop.
Switching Accounts on Your Phone
If you frequently browse using Google Chrome on your phone, here's a quick way to switch accounts. It’s a good idea to keep your work and personal accounts separate. Follow these steps:
- Open Google Chrome on your phone.
- Tap the icon with your account photo that’s connected to Google Chrome.
- Alternatively, tap the three dots in the top right corner.

- Go to the “Settings” menu from the dropdown list.

- In the settings menu, select the Google account currently connected to Google Chrome.

- Tap “Sign out and turn off sync” to sign out of your current account.

- Check the box that says “Also clear your Chrome data from this device,” then tap “Continue.”

- Wait for the process to finish.
- You should be automatically redirected back to the settings page.
- To switch to a new account, tap “Choose another account.”

- Select the Google account you want to use for Google Chrome.
- Finally, confirm by tapping “Yes, I'm in” on the bottom right.
- And that's it! You’re now signed in to Google Chrome with a different account.

Switching Accounts on Google Chrome for Laptop
Aside from using your phone, you can easily switch your Google Chrome account on a laptop as well. In fact, the process is quite similar and even quicker than doing it on a phone. Here’s how you can do it:
- Open Google Chrome on your laptop.
- Choose the account you want to use if it's already available.
- If you want to add a new account, click on “Add” with the plus icon.

- Click the “Sign in” button to add a new account.
- Enter the email you want to use and click the “Next” button.

- Enter your email password and click “Next” to continue.
- If your account has two-step verification enabled, follow the prompts to complete the verification.
- After that, click the “Yes, I'm in” button to sync your new Google Chrome account.
- As a final touch, choose a background color and press the “Done” button to finish setting up.

Once you've successfully added a new account, switching between them is quick and easy. Simply click on the profile icon of the account you’re using, then select another registered account.

Alternatively, you can click on the three dots next to the current account, then hover over the account you want to switch to and select it.

These are the simple steps to change your Google Chrome account, whether on your phone or laptop. In fact, switching accounts on a laptop is often faster and more straightforward.
This feature is especially useful for keeping your work and personal activities separate. It also helps keep your browsing history organized and easy to manage. That's all for this guide—good luck!