Google Chrome is one of the most popular web browsers used on both PCs and mobile devices. It offers various features and functionalities to enhance your browsing experience. One of these features is the ability to sign in to your Google Account and sync your data across devices. While this can be convenient, there may be instances where you want to remove a Google Account from Chrome. In this article, I will guide you through the process of removing a Google Account from Chrome on both PC and mobile.
Why Does Google Link Your Account to Your Chrome Profile Automatically?
When you sign in to your Google Account on Chrome, it automatically links your account to your Chrome profile. This allows Google to sync your browsing history, bookmarks, extensions, and other data across devices. It also enables Google to provide personalized recommendations and suggestions based on your browsing habits. While this feature can be beneficial for some users, others may prefer to keep their browsing activities separate or simply want to remove a Google Account for privacy reasons.
Disable Chrome’s Automatic Google Account Sign-in Feature
Before we proceed with removing a Google Account from Chrome, let’s first explore how to disable Chrome’s automatic sign-in feature. By doing this, you can prevent Chrome from automatically linking your account to your Chrome profile. To disable this feature, follow the steps below:
- Open the Chrome browser on your PC or mobile device.
- Click on the three dots menu icon located in the top-right corner of the browser window.
- From the dropdown menu, select “Settings.”
- In the “Settings” page, scroll down and click on “Advanced” to expand the advanced settings.
- Under the “Privacy and security” section, locate the “Sync and Google services” category.
- Toggle off the switch next to “Allow Chrome sign-in.”
By disabling this feature, Chrome will no longer automatically link your Google Account to your Chrome profile. However, it’s important to note that this will not remove any existing Google Accounts from Chrome. To remove a Google Account completely, please continue reading.
How to Remove a Google Account from Chrome
Removing a Google Account from Chrome is a straightforward process. Whether you’re using Chrome on your PC or mobile device, the steps are similar. Here’s how you can remove a Google Account from Chrome:
Remove Google Account From Chrome Desktop App (Windows, Mac, or Linux)
- Open the Chrome browser on your PC.
- Click on the three dots menu icon in the top-right corner of the browser window.
- From the dropdown menu, select “Settings.”
- In the “Settings” page, scroll down and click on “Sync and Google services.”
- Under the “Sync and Google services” section, click on “Manage your Google Account.”
- This will open a new tab with your Google Account settings. In the left sidebar, click on “Security.”
- Scroll down to the “Signing in to other sites” section and click on “Manage third-party access.”
- Under the “Signed in with Google” section, you will see a list of websites and apps that have access to your Google Account. Find “Chrome” in the list and click on the three dots icon next to it.
- From the dropdown menu, select “Remove access.”
By following these steps, you have successfully removed the Google Account from Chrome on your PC. The account will no longer be linked to your Chrome profile, and your browsing data will no longer be synced.
Remove Google Account From Chrome on Android and iOS
The process of removing a Google Account from Chrome on mobile devices is slightly different. Here’s how you can remove a Google Account from Chrome on Android and iOS:
- Open the Chrome app on your Android or iOS device.
- Tap on the three dots menu icon located in the top-right corner of the app.
- From the dropdown menu, select “Settings.”
- In the “Settings” page, tap on your Google Account name at the top.
- This will open your Google Account settings. Scroll down and tap on “Sync and Google services.”
- Under the “Sync and Google services” section, tap on “Manage your Google Account.”
- In the new tab that opens, tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner.
- From the menu, select “Security.”
- Scroll down to the “Signing in to other sites” section and tap on “Manage third-party access.”
- Under the “Signed in with Google” section, find “Chrome” in the list and tap on the three dots icon next to it.
- From the options that appear, tap on “Remove access.”
By following these steps, you have successfully removed the Google Account from Chrome on your mobile device. The account will no longer be linked to your Chrome profile, and your browsing data will no longer be synced.
Things to Remember About Removing Google Account From Chrome
Here are a few important things to remember when removing a Google Account from Chrome:
- Removing a Google Account from Chrome will only remove it from the Chrome browser. It will not delete your Google Account or any data associated with it.
- If you have multiple Google Accounts linked to Chrome, you can remove them one by one following the same steps mentioned earlier.
- Removing a Google Account from Chrome will also disable any Chrome extensions or apps associated with that account.
- If you want to sign in to Chrome with a different Google Account, you can do so by following the sign-in process.
