How to use Google Alerts

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Create Google Alerts

Master Google Alerts with our simple guide! Learn how to set alerts for the latest news, trending topics & updates tailored to your interests.

You can get emails about things you like from Google Search. It’s like getting a message when something new happens, like news, things you want to buy, or when someone talks about you.

So let’s rock the party

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Creating a Google Alert

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  • In a big box at the top, write what you want to know about.

Here we have searched the Keyword Football

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  • If you want to change things, click “Show options.” You can choose:
    • How often do you want to get messages?
    • What kinds of websites do you want to see
    • Your language
    • Where in the world you want news from
    • How many results do you Like to see (
    • Who gets the message
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Click “Create Alert.”

You will start getting emails

when new things show up.

Changing an Alert

Here is the easy guide to change an Google alert:

  • Go to Google Alerts.
  • Next to an alert, click “Edit.”
    • If you don’t see anything to change, click “Show options.”
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  • Make your changes.
  • Click “Update Alert.”
  • To change how you get messages, click “Settings” and choose what you like, then click “Save.”
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Deleting an Alert

Here is how you can Delete an Google Alert

  • Go to Google Alerts.
  • Next to the alert you don’t want, click “Delete.”
    • You can also stop getting alerts by clicking “Unsubscribe” at the bottom of an email if you don’t want them anymore.
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Troubleshooting

Master Google Alerts with our easy troubleshooting guide. Learn, fix common issues, & make the most of this free tool for real-time updates.

Step 1: Checking Your Account

  • Go to Google Alerts.
  • Check if you are using the exact account.
  • If you are not, click your picture and then “Sign Out.” Then sign in with the correct account.

Step 2: Checking Alert Settings

  • Go to Google Alerts.
  • If it says your alerts are off, click “Enable” to turn them on.
  • In “My Alerts”, click the alert you want to see results for.
  • To check your email and settings, click “Show options.”

Step 3: Checking Your Email

If you followed the steps above and still don’t get messages, check your email:

  • Make sure your email is not full.
  • Check your spam folder to see if Google Alert emails are there. Add googlealerts-noreply@google.com to your contacts list.

Are Google Alerts Free?

Google Alerts are the best tools. Imagine having a magical robot friend who tells you when your favorite ice cream is on sale or when your favorite superhero comic comes out. That’s what Google Alerts do but for news and stuff on the internet!

Now, the awesome part is that Google Alerts are completely free. That means you can use them without having to spend a single shiny coin from your piggy bank. It’s like getting a scoop of Milky ice cream for free!

You must have a computer or a tablet (or You can use your parent’s smartphone with their permission) and an internet connection. Just like you don’t pay to use your toys, you don’t pay to use Google Alerts.

10 Famous Google Alerts

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Alert NameQueryFrequencyDelivery MethodLast Updated
1. Apple Inc. News“Apple Inc.” OR “AAPL”DailyEmail2023-11-06
2. Tesla Stock Price“Tesla” AND “stock price”As it happensEmail2023-11-06
3. COVID-19 Updates“COVID-19” OR “coronavirus”DailyEmail2023-11-06
4. SpaceX Launches“SpaceX” AND “launch”WeeklyEmail2023-11-06
5. Amazon E-commerce“Amazon” AND “e-commerce”DailyEmail2023-11-06
6. Bitcoin Price“Bitcoin” AND “price”As it happensEmail2023-11-06
7. Game of Thrones News“Game of Thrones” OR “GoT”WeeklyEmail2023-11-06
8. Environmental Sustainability“Sustainability” OR “environmental impact”DailyEmail2023-11-06
9. Artificial Intelligence Trends“Artificial Intelligence” OR “AI trends”WeeklyEmail2023-11-06
10. World Cup 2022 Updates“FIFA World Cup 2022” OR “Qatar World Cup”DailyEmail2023-11-06
10 Famous Google Alerts