In a rare and welcome move, Google has announced free extra storage for its long-time G Suite (now Google Workspace) users. This gesture has been met with enthusiasm, especially among those who have used their accounts for years without paying for additional storage. Are you one of these long-time users benefiting from this generous offer?
Free Extra Storage for Legacy G Suite Users
When Google rebranded G Suite as Google Workspace in 2020, the company announced that all users would need to transition to new paid subscription plans. This decision was met with resistance from loyal users who had relied on their free accounts for years. In response, Google decided to allow personal use accounts to remain free.
Until June 2022, Google permitted these legacy users to add individual storage at no cost. Last week, users who had been paying for extra storage received an email from Google notifying them that their storage subscriptions were being canceled and their last payments refunded. The best part? Their storage limits remained unchanged, and no action was required on their part.
Google spokesperson Jenny Thomson confirmed that these users would retain their extra storage and continue using their accounts as before. This change also applies to those who transitioned to Workspace accounts and manage their individual storage through Google Play.
Continued Benefits for Long-Time Users
As it stands, legacy G Suite users are enjoying the benefits of this free storage bonus. While it’s uncertain whether Google might change this policy in the future, for now, it represents a significant perk for long-term users.
This move by Google has been highly appreciated by users and stands out as a rare, user-friendly gesture in the tech industry. Could this set a precedent for other tech companies? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
