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If and when you do move from one country to another (for whatever reason), you might want to change the listed country in Google Play Store, as the need may be. Your listed country in Google Play Store determines the kinds of apps, games, and content that you have access to in there.
In this guide, I will list out the pros and cons, as well as walk you through the step-by-step process, of changing your Google Play Country. By the end of this article, you will be able to easily switch to a new country and enjoy access to apps and content that were previously unavailable to you.
- What are the pros and cons of changing your country in Google Play Store?
- Conditions required to change your country in Google Play Store
- How to change your country in Google Play Store
What are the pros and cons of changing your country in Google Play Store?
There are both pros and cons to changing your Google Play country.
Pros :
- Get access to new apps and content : Changing your Google Play country can open up a world of new apps and content that may not be available in your current location.
- Enjoy regional discounts and offers : Different countries may have different prices for apps and games, and changing your Google Play country could give you access to regional discounts and offers that you wouldn’t otherwise have.
- Get multilingual support : If you move to a new country or are learning a new language, changing your Google Play country can give you access to apps and content that are in your target language.
Cons :
- Possible loss of access to current apps and content : Changing your Google Play country means that you may lose access to apps and content that are available in your current location but not in the new one.
- Payment issues : Changing your Google Play country may affect your ability to pay for apps and content if the payment methods used in your new country are not the same as those in your current location.
- You can’t use your Google Play balance from your old country in your new one. The balance is there though, and if you switch back to your old country, you will have access to it again. Of course, that also means you will no longer have access to any balance you have in the other country.
- You will lose access to your Google Play Points, and your level won’t carry over to the new country you are switching to.
- Legal issues : Changing your Google Play country may not be legal in certain situations, such as if you are trying to circumvent regional restrictions on certain content.
Changing the listed country in Google Play Store can be beneficial in certain situations, but it is important to weigh the potential benefits against the potential drawbacks before making a decision.
Conditions required to change your country in Google PlayStore
You need to wait for a period of 12 months after creating a payments profile before you can change your Google Play country. You are allowed to change your listed country in Google Play Store only once a year. This means you can’t change it back to what it was or to some other country for a full year.
You need to set up a new country in Google Play Store to change your country.
To set up a new country, you must be in that country (Google checks to confirm that your IP address matches the new country). If you are not physically present in the country you want to change to, you will need to use a VPN ( Virtual Private Network ) to hide your real IP address.
You need to have a payment method from the new country.
How to change your country in Google Play Store
Using your Android smartphone, open the Google Play Store app.
Tap on the profile icon at the top right of your screen.
Tap on Settings – General – Account and device preferences – Country and profiles.
Select the country where you want to add an account.
Follow the rest of the on-screen instructions to add a payment method for that country.
Note: Your profile could take as long as 48 hours to be updated to your current status.
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Google Play Family Library is a great way to share your purchased apps, games, movies, TV shows, and books with your family members. With Family Library, up to six family members can share access to a single Google Play account, allowing everyone to access the same content without having to purchase it multiple times.
The Google Play Family Library is one of the features of the Google Play Pass . You can share purchased games, apps, e-books, audiobooks, movies, and Tv shows from Google Play with up to 5 family members, using Google Play Family Library. In this guide, I will walk you through the steps to set up and use Google Play Family Library, so you can start sharing your favorite digital content with your loved ones.
Requirements for the Family Manager
You need to be 18 or older. The appropriate age could differ with the country.
You must not be part of another Family group on Google.
You must have a valid credit card and debit card to use as the payment method for the family.
Note: You can not create a family with a Google account from school, work, or any other organization. It has to be a personal account.
Requirements to be a Family member
There are a few requirements that you need to meet to join a family group.
You need to live in the same country as the family manager.
You need to have a Google account. If you are under the age of 13 or the appropriate age in your country, your family manager needs to create a Google Account for you.
You can not be part of another family group on Google.
Open the Google Play app.
Tap on the profile icon at the top right of your screen.
Tap on Settings – Family – Sign up for Family Library.
Follow the rest of the on-screen instructions to set up the Family Library.
Everyone in your family needs to follow the same instructions above to set up Family Library.
By following these simple steps, you can easily set up and use Google Play Family Library to share your digital content with your family members. Enjoy the convenience and savings of sharing your purchases with those you love, and never worry about buying the same app or game twice again.
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