Changing the country in your Google Play Store can be quite a hassle, especially if you’re like me and constantly moving between different countries. It can be frustrating when you can’t access certain apps or features simply because your Google Play Store is set to the wrong country. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! In this article, I’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of changing your country in the Google Play Store.
Step 1: Open the Google Play Store
The first thing you need to do is open the Google Play Store app on your Android device. Simply tap on the Play Store icon to get started.
Step 2: Access the Account Settings
Once you’re in the Google Play Store, tap on the three horizontal lines in the top-left corner to open the menu. Scroll down and select “Account” to access your account settings.
Step 3: View your Account Information
In the Account settings, you’ll see your email address at the top. Tap on it to view your account information.
Step 4: Change your Country
Scroll down until you find the “Country and profiles” section. Tap on the country name to open a list of available countries.
Now, here’s where it gets tricky. If you’re moving to a new country and want to change your country settings to access apps that are only available in that country, you’ll need to have a payment method that is accepted in that country. Google requires a valid billing address and payment method from the new country in order to change your country settings.
If you have a payment method from the new country, select it from the list and follow the on-screen instructions to update your country settings.
However, if you don’t have a payment method from the new country, you’ll need to create a new Google account with a new email address and set the country to the desired one during the sign-up process. This way, you’ll be able to access apps and features that are only available in that country.
Step 5: Restart the Google Play Store
After changing your country settings, it’s a good idea to restart the Google Play Store app to ensure that the changes take effect. Simply close the app and open it again to see the updated country settings.
Conclusion
Changing your country in the Google Play Store can be a bit of a hassle, but it’s definitely worth it if you want to access apps and features that are only available in a specific country. Just remember to have a valid payment method from the new country if you want to change your country settings within your existing account. And if you don’t have a payment method, creating a new account with a new email address is the way to go. Happy app hunting!