Delete, Switch, or Add Users on Nexus Devices

Overview

• Nexus devices allow sharing with multiple user profiles.
• Each user has a personal space for home screens, accounts, apps, and settings.
• Some steps need Android 9.0 or higher.

Deleting or Switching Users

Deleting a User

• Primary User:
  1. Open Settings app.
  2. Tap System > Multiple users.
  3. Select the user's name.
  4. Tap Delete user > Confirm deletion.
• Non-Primary User:
  1. Open Settings app.
  2. Tap System > Multiple users.
  3. Tap More > Delete [username] from this device.
  4. Confirmation switches device to owner's profile.

Switching Users

1. Swipe down from the home screen.
2. Tap the user icon.
3. Select the desired user.

Android Go

1. Tap Switch user from Home screen.
2. Choose a different user.

Adding or Updating Users

• Only the device owner can add or update users.

Add a User

1. Open Settings app.
2. Tap System > Multiple users.
3. Tap Add user > OK.
4. Enter a name for the new user.
5. Setup options:
   • If present, set up immediately.
   • Otherwise, set up on next switch.

Update User Profile

Your Own Profile

1. Open Settings app.
2. Tap System > Multiple users.
3. Tap your name for changes:
   • Change name or profile picture.

Control Calls & SMS

1. Open Settings app.
2. Tap System > Multiple users.
3. Select user's name.
4. Tap Turn on phone calls.

User Profile Types

• User: Regular profile for frequent use.
• Guest: Temporary use, easy to delete.
• Account: Access services like Gmail.
• Restricted Profile: Limits content accessibility (tablets only).
• Child User: Managed with parental controls and Google Family Link.

Additional Resources

• Change guest and user settings
• Add or remove an account on Android

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