Windows 10: I want to change my alias but it is not accepting my gmail account.

Hi there,I am trying to add another Windows alias, but it is not accepting my gmail account: "This address was already used. Choose another."Why is that???

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Changing Alias to Gmail

I just got this computer, it has an alias on it, I want to change to my gmail. When i try it says already taken. How do i tell it is mine and get it to accept it?

 

Changing Alias to Gmail

Hello, HowardcHeath

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

Based on the current board Windows / Windows 11 / Accounts, profiles, and login, could you please give more details:

• For example, do you have problems adding aliases with Gmail, or do you have problems with aliases for Microsoft services in Windows?
  
• Are you trying to change the username or email address used to sign in to your computer, or is it related to a specific application or service?
  
• Could you provide more information about the steps you're taking to change the alias and where you're encountering the message that says the Gmail address is already taken?
  

If this matches my guess, assuming you are currently adding an alias to your Gmail account, it is most likely because the alias you are trying to use is already associated with another Google account. It is best to contact Google's support team for further assistance. For more references, see here:

Should I uncheck "Treat as an alias" in Gmail? - Google Workspace Admin Help

Change the email address for your account - Computer - Google Account Help

To get the appropriate support, see here:

Google Account Community

Contact Google Workspace support - Google Workspace Admin Help

Disclaimer: Microsoft provides no assurances and/or warranties, implied or otherwise, and is not responsible for the information you receive from the third-party linked sites or any support related to technology.

Best regards,



Chandy |Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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* Your patience and cooperation are highly appreciated.

 

Unable to change primary alias - Microsoft Account

Hi John,

As per the description, you are experiencing issue with you are unable to change the primary alias for your Microsoft account on the system.

I certainly understand your concern and appreciate all your efforts in trying to fix this issue.

I would like to provide you with the information that
an account alias is an email address or phone number that you use to sign in to your Microsoft account. You can have multiple aliases, and use any of them with Microsoft services such as Outlook.com, Skype, OneDrive,
Office, Xbox, Windows and more.

Your primary alias appears on devices such as your Xbox, Surface, and Windows Phone, and is the email OneDrive sends from when you share. You can choose a different alias to be the primary one at any time.

An alias is also the best way to change your email, but keep all your mail.
Add an alias, then make the new alias primary. Then you can
keep or remove the original alias.

I would suggest you to try the following steps and check if that helps.

• Sign in to the
  Microsoft account website.
• Under Account aliases, click/tap on the Make primary link to the right of an
  
  added email alias you want to be your primary alias.

Note: The email alias at the top of the list without a Make primary link is your current primary alias.

• Uncheck the Send me promotional offers from Microsoft box if you like, and click/tap on Yes to confirm.

You may also try the following steps given below and check if that helps.

• Navigate to Start>Settings>Account>Your Account.
• In the right pane, click on Sign in with a local account instead.
• Provide your current Microsoft Account Password.
• Follow the on-screen instructions.
• You can leave the Enter Password option empty, however, it is highly recommended to keep a password on your system to keep it safe.
  

For reference:

I would suggest you to refer to the article given below and check if that helps.

Microsoft account help

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/products/microsoft-account

I hope this information is helpful.

Please do let us know if you need any further assistance, we will be glad to assist you.

Thank you.