How Do I Change My Contact Info on Google Voice?

You can update the contact information for individuals you interact with directly within the Google Voice app on your Android device, or by managing your Google Contacts, which Google Voice seamlessly integrates with.

Changing Contact Information in Google Voice

Google Voice typically pulls and uses contact data from your primary Google Contacts list. This means that changes made to a contact in your Google Contacts will generally be reflected in your Google Voice app, and vice versa for basic edits made within the app.

On an Android Device (Within the Google Voice App)

For quick edits to a contact's information directly from a conversation within the Google Voice application on your Android phone, follow these steps:

1. Open the Google Voice app on your Android device.
2. Navigate to the Messages, Calls, or Voicemail tab.
3. Select the conversation involving the contact whose information you wish to edit.
4. Tap the vertical ellipsis (⁝) icon, usually located at the top right of the screen.
5. From the menu that appears, select Edit contact.
6. Make the necessary changes to the contact's details (e.g., name, phone number).
7. Save your changes.

Important Tip: Ensure you are using the latest version of the Google Voice app for optimal functionality and access to all features. Updates often include performance improvements and new capabilities.

Managing Contacts Through Google Contacts (Recommended for Broader Changes)

Since Google Voice primarily sources contact details from your Google Contacts, the most comprehensive way to manage and change contact information is through Google Contacts directly. Any changes made here will sync across your Google services, including Google Voice.

1. Open a web browser and visit Google Contacts.
2. Sign in with the Google Account associated with your Google Voice number.
3. Use the search bar to find the contact you want to modify.
4. Click on the contact's name to view their details.
5. Click the Edit icon (a pencil symbol) to begin editing.
6. You can then update various fields such as their name, phone numbers, email addresses, physical addresses, and more.
7. Once you've made your desired changes, click Save.

These updates will automatically sync with your Google Voice app on all your linked devices.

Why Update Contact Information?

Maintaining accurate contact information is crucial for efficient communication. Here are a few reasons why you might need to update contact details:

• Accuracy: Correcting misspellings or outdated names.
• New Contact Details: Adding new phone numbers, email addresses, or other contact methods.
• Clarity: Differentiating between contacts with similar names or ensuring you're reaching the correct person.
• Organization: Keeping your communication streamlined and easily searchable within Google Voice.

Comparison of Contact Editing Methods