May 17, 2022 16:00:00

Free version of G Suite can be used continuously for personal and non-commercial purposes

It has become clear that the free version of G Suite, which has been decided to be abolished on June 27, 2022, can be used continuously for 'personal use / non-commercial purposes'. For those who have already updated to the paid version of Google Workspace, we are instructed to contact support.

Upgrading from the legacy free version of G Suite-Google Workspace Administrator Help-What if I'm using the legacy free version of G Suite privately?

https://support.google.com/a/answer/60217?hl=ja#nocost

On May 17, 2022, Twitter user Steve Whitcher reported that 'the page that encourages consideration of Google Workspace has an option to disable the migration from the free version of G Suite to Google Workspace.' ..

For users of the free legacy GSuite, @Google has added an option in the admin console to opt out of the @GoogleWorkspace transition for personal accounts. The personaly use option is rolling out slowly, so if you don't see it now, check back later. https://t.co/PURAsEM2cG pic.twitter.com/MhIiTdQElx

— Steve Whitcher (@NeighborGeek) May 16, 2022

Google's support page also says, 'If you are using the traditional free version of G Suite for non-commercial purposes, you can disable the migration to Google Workspace by clicking here or using the Google Management Console . In that case, you can continue to use your custom domain with Gmail, and you will be able to access free Google services such as Google Drive and Google Meet. Your data and the service you purchased will be retained. ' increase.

It was a free version of G Suite that was left behind while limiting the functions for the initial registrants of the software suite '

Google Workspace ', but since the announcement of the abolition in January 2022, ripples among users Was spreading. Free G Suite users, both individuals and businesses, will be required to upgrade to Google Workspace by June 27, 2022, otherwise their account will be suspended on August 1, 2022. It was.

However, it has become clear that the functions of the free version of G Suite can be used continuously after August 1st, only for 'personal / non-profit purposes'. Users who wish to do this must take the required steps to disable the migration to Google Workspace. According to Google, the free version of G Suite does not include support services, and some business functions may not be available in the future.

In addition, Google stated, 'If you are a customer who migrated to Google Workspace after January 19, 2022 and you are using the conventional free version of G Suite privately, please contact support .' I am.

On Twitter, you can see that Google's support account is guiding the above-mentioned support inquiry page in response to the user's tweet 'I have already upgraded to Google Workspace, but I want to return to the free version G Suite because it is for personal use'. Will be.

Hey there, I recommend you to follow steps here: https://t.co/bk8qSanG4E to contact our support team for available options for you.
-JC

— Google Workspace Support (@AskWorkspace) May 17, 2022