Q&A for How to Create a Google Group

To do anything on Google's social networks, you need a Google account. Google accounts automatically provide access to Gmail, though you're not obligated to use it. When signing up for a Google account, you can enter an email address from another provider.

Probably not. Google does have some spam prevention functions that limit the number of people you can send things to without a group or mailing list. It depends on what you mean by "mass."

Yes. You can view contents on Google Group without an account, but in order to use it, you need to have a Google account.

You can add an email domain to a Google Group so everyone in that domain receives messages sent to the group. Open the group settings, find the permissions or membership section, and add the domain, such as @abcfolks.org. Save the changes and emails will be sent to all addresses in that domain. This may require admin permissions, and the domain may need to be linked to your Google Workspace.

Be sure you're signed into the correct Google account. Check to see if your account has permissions to create groups, as some Google Workspace admins may restrict this feature. Visit Google Groups directly, and the "Create Group" option should appear on the main page or under "My Groups." If it’s not visible, try using a different browser or device to resolve the issue.

Try signing in to the correct Google account, updating your browser, and clearing its cache and cookies. Check that your browser settings and extensions match those on your old laptop. If the issue persists, try a different browser or incognito mode.

Make sure that names are associated with the email addresses in their Google accounts. If names aren’t appearing, manually add them by editing the group member details. Alternatively, download the member list, adjust the names in a spreadsheet, and use that for reference.

Yes, you can create and share Google Docs with a Google Group. Create the document in Google Docs, click the "Share" button, and in the sharing settings, enter the email address of the Google Group. Everyone in the group will have access to the document based on the permissions you set (view, comment, or edit). This allows you to collaborate with all group members efficiently.

Yes, you can populate a Google Group from a spreadsheet without entering emails individually. Copy the email addresses from your spreadsheet and paste them into the "Add members" section when managing your group. Google allows you to add multiple email addresses at once, making the process much faster. Ensure all emails are separated by commas or spaces when pasting them.

If you can't attach a file in Google Groups, check if attachments are allowed in the group settings and ensure the file size and type are within limits. Try again with a stable internet connection. If the issue continues, clear your browser cache or use a different browser. Contact the group admin if needed.

If people in the Google Group can't open a link, check the sharing permissions of the document or file. Ensure it's set to "Anyone with the link can view" or "Group members can view" if shared with the group. Update the permissions in the file's sharing settings and resend the link. If the issue persists, confirm that group members are signed in with the correct email addresses associated with the group.