How to Remove a Google Account on Android

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This wikiHow teaches you how to remove an unneeded Google account from an Android Phone or tablet.

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    or wrench icon labeled “Settings.” You should find it on your home screen or in the app drawer.
    • Deleting your primary Google account from your Android will delete your messages, contacts, and other data from the phone.
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    • If you can’t tap “Accounts” but see a list of your accounts instead, skip this step.
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    A list of Google logins associated with your Android will appear.
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    Now you’ll see a list of all of the data that syncs to your Android.
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    It’s at the top-right corner of the screen. A pop-up menu will appear.
    • If you’re using an older version of Android, you may not see this menu. Skip to the next step instead.
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    Your Google account is no longer active on this phone.
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      1. Open your Settings .
      2. Tap Accounts .
      3. Tap Google .
      4. Select an account.
      5. Tap ⁝ .
      6. Tap Remove Account .
      7. Tap Remove Account to confirm.

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