A user may have multiple Google accounts - a work account and a personal account. Having separate Chrome Browser profiles for each account helps alleviate log-in issues and keeps personal bookmarks and information separate from work.
What is the difference between a Google Account and a Google Chrome Profile?
When logged into a Google Account, the user can access their Google Drive and any files associated with that account. When logged into a Google Chrome Browser Profile, the user can access saved bookmarks and websites.
Logging out of Multiple Google Accounts
Before creating a Google Chrome Profile, follow these directions to ensure a user is logged into one Google Account.
Creating a Google Chrome Profile on a Desktop or Windows Laptop
(Directions on Managing Multiple Google Accounts on a Chromebook)
With only one account is logged in, navigate to the upper right corner, select the profile icon, and select "Sign in to Chrome."
Enter the Google account information. If adding a CCS Google account, be sure to add the @ccs.k12.in.us.
Link your data means that changes made on this device (adding bookmarks, search history) will be synced to your account. In most cases, "Link data" is the best choice. Then, select "OK, GOT IT."
The profile image from that account will appear in the upper right-hand corner.
Adding Additional Google Accounts
Click on the profile icon and select "Add" at the bottom.
In the window that pops up, select "Sign In." Select "Yes, I'm in," to sync this account. Repeat these steps to add more accounts.
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Switching between Google Accounts
To switch between Google Accounts, click on your profile image in the top right corner of the screen and choose the preferred account.