Privacy indicator: On Android, a green indicator means either your camera or mic are being used by an
app. On iPhone, an orange indicator means the mic is being used.
In the cloud: Your Google account is your key to cloud storage with Google. If you migrated your contacts
to your phone, then you can see them from any device or computer by logging into Gmail. Your Google
account includes apps like Calendar and Drive that let you work well with others. And it has apps that let you
play too - access your photos, videos, music from any device when you log in with your Google account. Use
YT Music to upload your iTunes library.
File sharing: If you used AirDrop on your iPhone, now you'll use Nearby Share to easily share files or links
with friends.
About your Google account
Benefits of your account
When you set up your phone, you added a Google account. If you haven't had a Google account before, this
is more than just a password you set up for your phone.
A Google account lets you organize and access your personal information and files from any computer or
mobile device:
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Synchronize everything. Never lose your contacts. Associate them with your Google account if you
create contacts on your phone, and view them from Gmail on any computer or by signing into your
Google account on any phone. Create emails or calendar events on your phone and view them on any
computer. Access your browser bookmarks from any device.
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Store in the cloud. Upload your photos, videos, and music to the cloud; get to all of it without taking up
space on your phone.
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Keep your stuff secure. Your account password secures it all and lets you access it from anywhere.
Maintaining your account
Other than remembering your password, you don’t need to do much maintenance on your Google account -
just enjoy the benefits of your secure, synchronized information. However, you can:
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Control how frequently your phone syncs your information.
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Review and manage the information Google collects from you, such as search and browsing history.
Learn about Google apps
Many Google apps, like Gmail, Chrome, Photos, and Maps are preloaded on your phone. To learn about and
download additional Google apps, read Google’s help.
Can't sign in to Google account
If you’re having problems signing in to your account, read Google's support information.
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