I recently learned that my school Google account will be deleted after I graduate, and I've used that email for years to register for different apps and online services. I'm anxious to know what happens to all those accounts linked to that email once it's gone. Specifically, will I lose access to them entirely? It's tough because I don't remember all the accounts I created with that email since it's been almost a decade since I started using it.
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Pretty much, yes. If you have a backup phone number or 2FA app linked to some of these accounts, you might still have some options to regain access, but if not, those accounts could be pretty much lost.
Yeah, that's a big issue. Using temporary email accounts for registrations can really complicate things later on. You should definitely start updating all your accounts to a permanent email address as soon as possible.
It really depends on the specific service. If the account requires email verification or sends you reset links, losing that email could lock you out. If you set up alternatives like a backup email or phone number, you may still be able to change your email to something else.
So here's the deal: if you used your Google account to sign in, you'll lose access to those accounts once the email gets deleted. For apps that just use your email for login and don't require email verification, you might still be able to log in, but the moment you need to receive something crucial via email, like a password reset, you won’t get it. I'd strongly suggest setting up a personal email through a reputable provider so you have something stable in the long run.
Definitely! Also, make sure to check out the section on your Google account that shows all the services you’ve linked to your Google sign-in. While you’re changing accounts, it's a perfect time to switch to strong unique passwords for everything and maybe look into a password manager to keep it all organized.