How to Change Your Name on Hey Google Assistant: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to personalize your Google Assistant by changing the name it uses to address you in the Google Home app.

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To change your 'Hey Google' name, follow these steps: Open the Google Home app on your device. Tap your profile picture or initial at the top right and select Assistant settings. Choose the 'You' tab and tap Your people. Select your profile and tap Nickname. Here, you can edit how Google Assistant addresses you. Unfortunately, you cannot change the wake word 'Hey Google' itself, but adjusting your nickname provides a personalized touch to your interactions with Google Assistant.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I change the 'Hey Google' wake word to something else? No, currently you cannot change the 'Hey Google' wake word, but you can change how the Assistant addresses you by editing your nickname.
  2. How do I change the name Google Assistant uses to address me? Open the Google Home app, go to Assistant settings, tap 'You,' select 'Your people,' then edit your nickname to personalize how Google Assistant addresses you.
  3. Is it possible to use custom nicknames with Google Assistant on all devices? Yes, once you set a nickname in the Google Home app, your Google Assistant will use it across all connected devices linked to your account.

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For more tips on customizing your Google Assistant and improving your smart home experience, check out our guides on changing your language settings and setting up routines within the Google Home app.

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