Linking your Google Play account to Facebook allows you to see recommendations from friends, share your gameplay progress, and challenge friends to beat your high scores. It’s a great way to connect with your Facebook friends on Google Play games and apps. Here’s how to link your Google Play account to Facebook:
Requirements for Linking Google Play to Facebook
Before linking your Google Play account to Facebook, make sure you meet these requirements:
- You must have an existing Google Play account
- You must have an existing Facebook account
- Your Google Play account and Facebook account must use the same email address or phone number
If you don’t already have a Google Play or Facebook account, you’ll need to create one before proceeding. Your accounts must also use matching email addresses or phone numbers, otherwise the accounts won’t link properly.
Linking Your Google Play Account to Facebook
Follow these steps to link your Google Play account to your Facebook account:
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap the profile icon in the top right corner.
- Scroll down and tap “Settings.”
- Tap “Connected apps.”
- Under “Social apps,” tap “Link to Facebook.”
- Log into your Facebook account if prompted.
- Tap “Link.”
That’s it! Google Play will send a confirmation to your Facebook account. Once confirmed, your accounts are linked.
Linking Your Google Play Account to Facebook on the Web
You can also link your Google Play account to Facebook through the Google Play website:
- Go to play.google.com on your computer.
- Click the profile icon in the top right corner.
- Click “Settings.”
- Under “Social settings,” click “Link to Facebook.”
- Log into your Facebook account if prompted.
- Click “Link.”
Again, Google Play will send a confirmation to Facebook. Click confirm on Facebook to finalize linking your accounts.
Benefits of Linking Google Play to Facebook
Linking your Google Play and Facebook accounts together provides these key benefits:
- See recommendations from friends – View which games and apps your Facebook friends are using.
- Share gameplay progress – Post your high scores, achievements, and gameplay progress to Facebook.
- Find Facebook friends – See which of your Facebook friends are also using a game.
- Challenge friends – Compare scores and challenge Facebook friends to beat your high scores.
Linking to Facebook makes your Google Play gaming and app experience more social. It’s an easy way to share your favorite games and apps with friends.
Unlinking Your Google Play Account from Facebook
If you ever want to unlink your Google Play account from Facebook, follow these steps:
- Open the Google Play Store app and go to account Settings.
- Tap “Connected apps.”
- Under “Social apps,” tap the Linked text next to Facebook.
- Tap “Unlink from Facebook” and confirm.
Or on the Google Play website:
- Go to Settings.
- Under “Social settings,” click “Unlink from Facebook.”
- Confirm that you want to unlink the accounts.
Your Google Play account will no longer share any data with Facebook. You can re-link the accounts again at any time if you change your mind.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you’re having trouble linking your Google Play account to Facebook, try these troubleshooting tips:
- Make sure you’re logged into the correct Google and Facebook accounts. Log out then log back in if needed.
- Confirm your accounts use the same email address or phone number.
- Check that you don’t already have a Facebook account linked to your Google Play account.
- Reset your Google Play app by clearing cache and data. Then try linking again.
- Unlink your Facebook account from Google Play, log out of Facebook, then try linking again.
Double check that your accounts meet the requirements, otherwise you may not be able to link them. Reach out to Google or Facebook support if you still can’t get your accounts linked.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do my Google Play and Facebook accounts need to match?
Google Play uses the matching email address or phone number as a unique identifier to link your Google Play account to the correct Facebook account. If the accounts don’t match, Google Play won’t know which Facebook profile to link to.
Can I link multiple Facebook accounts to one Google Play account?
No, you can only link one Facebook account per Google Play account. If you try linking multiple Facebook accounts, it will simply replace the previously linked account.
Is linking my Google Play account to Facebook safe?
Yes, linking your Google Play account to Facebook is safe. Google Play will only access basic profile information from your Facebook account in order to link the accounts. It does not post anything to Facebook without your permission.
Can I link my Google Play account to a Facebook Page instead of personal profile?
No, Google Play can only link to your personal Facebook profile. It does not allow linking to Facebook Pages you manage.
What happens if I delete my Facebook account after linking to Google Play?
If you delete your Facebook account after linking to Google Play, it will simply unlink the accounts. Your Google Play account will remain intact. You can always create a new Facebook account and re-link it.
Conclusion
Linking your Google Play and Facebook accounts is an easy process that provides some great benefits. It allows you to engage with your Facebook friends on Google Play games and apps. Just make sure your accounts use the same email or phone number, then link them through the Google Play app or website settings.
Linking your accounts together makes your Google Play experience more social. You can see what your friends are playing, share your achievements, find friends to challenge, and more. And if you ever change your mind, you can easily unlink the accounts at any time through the Google Play settings.