How to Change Your Google Assistant Wake Word in the Google Home App

Learn how to change your Google Assistant wake name using the Google Home app with easy steps and Voice Match settings.

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To change your Google wake name, open the Google Home app. Tap your profile icon, then go to Assistant settings. Select the 'Assistant' tab, then 'Voice Match' and follow the prompts to change your wake word or enable 'Hey Google.' Note that not all devices support changing the wake word.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I change the Google Assistant wake word to anything I want? No, Google currently allows only specific wake words like 'Hey Google' or 'OK Google,' and not custom phrases.
  2. Why can't I change the wake word on my device? Not all Google-enabled devices support changing the wake word due to hardware and software limitations.
  3. How do I enable Voice Match on the Google Home app? Open the Google Home app, tap your profile icon, go to Assistant settings, select the 'Assistant' tab, then 'Voice Match,' and follow the prompts to set it up.

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