How to Update Your Google Workspace Profile Picture
Your profile photo is often one of the first things clients, colleagues, and contacts see when they receive an email from you. A professional, up to date image helps create trust, strengthen your brand, and keep your online presence consistent.
If your business email is connected through Google Workspace, your profile picture is managed through Google, even if your website is hosted on Squarespace.
Option 1: Update the Photo Through the Google Admin Console
If you are the administrator for your Google Workspace account, you can update a user's profile photo directly.
Steps to Update a Profile Picture
Sign in to the Google Admin Console at admin.google.com.
From the left menu, click Directory and then Users.
Select the user account that needs the photo updated.
Click the current profile avatar.
Choose Change Photo.
Upload your new image and save your changes.
The updated photo will begin syncing across Google services, including Gmail, Google Meet, and Google Calendar.
Option 2: Allow Users to Manage Their Own Profile Photos
If you have multiple users on your Google Workspace account, you may prefer to allow each person to update their own profile picture.
How to Enable User Profile Editing
Sign in to the Google Admin Console.
Navigate to Directory and then Users.
Click the More Options menu (three dots).
Select Profile Editing.
Check the box next to Photo.
Click Save.
Once enabled, users can sign into their own Google account and update their profile picture without administrator assistance.
Tips for the Best Results
Use a High Quality Image
Choose a clear, professional photo that represents your brand. A square image typically works best.
Allow Time for Changes to Sync
Profile photo updates may take several hours to appear across all Google services.
Still Seeing the Old Photo?
If your previous image continues to appear:
Sign out and back into your Google account.
Clear your browser cache.
Wait a few additional hours for Google's systems to fully update.
Need Help?
Google Workspace settings can sometimes feel confusing, especially when they are connected to your website, domain, and email setup.
If you're a Bloom Studio 504 client and need assistance updating your profile photo, managing Google Workspace, or configuring your business email, feel free to reach out. I'm always happy to help make the technical side of your online presence a little easier.
