How to Change Google Drive Account on Desktop (2024 Update)

In this article, we will show you how to change Google Drive accounts on desktop. Simply follow the steps below!

How to Switch Google Drive Accounts on Desktop

Here’s how to change your Google Drive desktop account easily:

1. Open Google Drive Application

Locate the Google Drive icon on your desktop’s system tray (Windows) or menu bar (Mac) located at the bottom of the screen. Click on it to open the Google Drive menu.

2. Access Preferences

In the opened menu, look for a gear icon. Click on it, and then select “Preferences” from the dropdown menu.

3. Navigate to the Account Section

Within the Preferences window, find and click on the gear icon at the top-right corner. Here, you will find the settings for your current account.

4. Disconnect Current Account

In the Account section, click on “Disconnect account”. You will receive a warning that your files will stop syncing and remain in your local Google Drive folder. Confirm by clicking on “Disconnect”.

5. Sign In with a Different Account

After the account is disconnected, launch the Google Drive application again. Click on “Get Started” to continue to the sign-in page.

Click “Sign in” then follow the prompts to sign in to the Google Drive account you want to switch to.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to switch Google Drive accounts on desktop. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our article on how to use “copy, URL to Google Drive” and how to change your default Google Drive account.