You can change your birth date in Google Account settings, but Google restricts how often you can make the change

To change your age on Google Account, go to myaccount.google.com, select Personal info from the left menu, find Date of birth, and click the pencil icon to edit it. Enter your correct birth date and click Save. The change takes effect immediately, though it may take a few hours to update across all Google services.

Google limits how often you can change your birth date. If you changed it recently, you may see a message saying you cannot change it again for several months. This restriction exists to prevent account takeovers and fraud. If your account was created with an incorrect age and you need to update it, you will have to wait out this window or contact Google support if the date is significantly wrong.

Key Takeaways

  • Your birth date lives in the Personal info section of your Google Account, accessible from myaccount.google.com.
  • Google enforces a waiting period between changes, typically several months, to protect your account from unauthorized access.
  • Changing your birth date may affect age-restricted content access, YouTube settings, and Google Play Store permissions.
  • If you cannot change your date due to the waiting period, you can contact Google support to request an exception for significant errors.

Where to find your birth date in Google Account settings

Open a web browser and go to myaccount.google.com. Sign in with your Google account if you are not already logged in. On the left side of the screen, you will see a menu with several options. Click Personal info. This section contains your name, email address, phone number, and other account details.

Scroll down until you see Date of birth. Next to it, you will see a pencil icon or an Edit button. Click this icon to open the date editor. You can also reach this section by clicking your profile picture in the top right corner, selecting Manage your Google Account, and then navigating to the Personal info tab.

How to enter your correct birth date

When you click the edit icon, a box will appear with three dropdown menus: one for the month, one for the day, and one for the year. Select your birth month first, then your birth day, then your birth year. Double-check each field before saving, because entering the wrong date will require you to wait before making another change.

After you have selected all three fields, click the Save button at the bottom of the box. Google will confirm that your date has been saved. You will be returned to your Personal info page, where your new birth date should now appear. If the change does not show up immediately, refresh the page or wait a few minutes for it to sync across Google's servers.

Understanding Google's waiting period between changes

Google does not allow you to change your birth date whenever you want. After you make a change, you typically cannot change it again for several months. The exact length of this waiting period is not publicly stated, but most users report waiting between three and twelve months. This restriction is a security measure designed to prevent someone who has gained access to your account from repeatedly changing your personal information.

If you see a message saying "You cannot change this right now" or "Try again later," it means you have already changed your birth date recently and must wait. There is no way to bypass this waiting period through the standard settings interface. If you made a significant error — such as entering a year that makes you appear to be over 100 years old — you can contact Google support to request an exception.

What changes when you update your birth date

Your birth date controls access to age-restricted content across Google services. If you change your age from under 18 to over 18, you may suddenly see different content on YouTube, gain access to certain Google Play Store apps, and change your privacy settings. Conversely, if you change your age to under 18, some features may become restricted or hidden.

Google also uses your birth date to determine which version of its services you see. Younger accounts have stricter privacy defaults and cannot access certain features. Changing your birth date does not automatically update parental controls or Family Link settings if your account is part of a family group — those must be managed separately by the family organizer.

Contacting Google support if you cannot change your date

If you are locked out by the waiting period and need to change your birth date urgently, you can contact Google support through your account. Go to myaccount.google.com, click Help & support at the bottom of the left menu, and select Contact us. Explain that you need to change your birth date and why the current date is incorrect.

Google support can sometimes override the waiting period if you provide a clear reason — for example, if your account was created with a placeholder date or if there was a data entry error. However, support cannot change your birth date for you; they can only remove the restriction so you can change it yourself. Response times vary, but you should expect to wait several days for a reply.

Changing your age on mobile devices

You can change your birth date on a phone or tablet, though the process is slightly different. Open the Google Account app (available on Android and iOS) or go to myaccount.google.com in your mobile browser. Tap Personal info, then tap Date of birth. The same edit interface will appear, and you can change your date using the dropdown menus.

After saving, the change will sync to your mobile device and all other devices where you are signed in. If you use Google services on multiple devices, you do not need to change your birth date on each one — changing it once updates it everywhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my birth date if I do not remember the exact day?

Yes. You can enter any day and month you remember, or choose the first day of the month if you are unsure. Google only requires a valid date; it does not verify your birth date against government records. However, choose carefully, because you will not be able to change it again for several months.

What happens if I set my age to under 13?

If you set your birth date to make you appear under 13, Google will treat your account as a child account and apply stricter privacy and content restrictions. You may lose access to certain features. If you are actually an adult, you should set your date to reflect your real age to avoid these restrictions.

Does changing my birth date affect my Gmail or other Google services?

Changing your birth date does not affect your Gmail address or email access. It primarily affects content restrictions, privacy settings, and which features are available to you. Your email and password remain the same.

Can I change my birth date if my account is part of a family group?

If you are the family organizer, you can change your own birth date. If you are a family member, you may need permission from the organizer, depending on your account type and age. Contact the family organizer if you cannot access the edit option.

What if I forgot my password and cannot access my account to change my birth date?

You will need to recover your account first. Go to the Google Account recovery page, follow the steps to verify your identity, and reset your password. Once you have regained access, you can then change your birth date through the Personal info section.