Google has announced the end of the free G Suite era, which included free apps like Gmail and Drive in a custom domain.
G Suite’s complimentary legacy version was available to users until December 2012, providing a limited range of business tools.
The information posted on the help page will only impact these specific users.
Users are advised to transition to Google Workspace starting in May 2022, as per an official announcement from Google.
Discover additional information regarding the discontinuation of the complimentary G Suite in our article!
What is Google’s announcement regarding the discontinuation of the free “Legacy” G Suite?
The information shared on the 9to5google website states that starting July 2022, free G Suite Legacy accounts will be discontinued.
If you have the free G Suite legacy edition, you must switch to a paid Google Workspace subscription to retain all your services.
Users have until May 1 to choose their preferred Google Workspace plans; otherwise, accounts will be automatically updated by Google based on current feature usage.
Are there any specific requirements for individuals choosing to migrate to Google Workspace?
The upgrade process for the free version of G Suite to Google Workspace’s legacy edition will require just a few simple steps.
If done properly, this procedure will not cause any harm to your users.
You will be eligible for discounted rates for a year following July 2022 to support the transition.
Corporate workspace packages begin at R$ 27 per user per month. With 3 accounts, you can also receive a personalized email.
Hostbits is the authorized Google Workspace provider in Brazil and can assist with the migration without disrupting your business operations.
G Suite Legacy subscriptions are being suspended.
Google will cancel your subscription for Workspace accounts if billing information is not provided by July 1, 2022.
After a suspension lasting 60 days, you will lose access to essential Google Workspace services like Gmail, Calendar, and Meet.
To prevent your account from being suspended, you need to provide a valid payment method.
You can continue to use other Google services like YouTube and Google Photos.
Migration from G Suite free to Google Workspace is discussed.
In 2020, G Suite was rebranded as Google Workspace as part of a major reorganization of Google’s apps aimed at shaping the future of work.
Several plans have already been transferred to Google, and now Google is eliminating the free legacy version of G Suite.
Special Requirements for Transitioning from G Suite to Google Workspace through Hostbits.
HostBits will provide special conditions to support your transition from G Suite free to Workspace and ensure the success of your operation in 2022.
- Business Starter costs R$27 instead of R$24.30.
- Business Standard costs R$54 for every R$48.60.
This deal is exclusively for new Google Workspace users.
This introductory price is exclusive to the first 20 users and valid for a period of 12 months.
After this time frame, all users will be charged the regular rate. Users have the option to cancel their subscription anytime.
Our team is ready to answer any questions you have about migration.