Google Workspace Plan Modification Guide

A properly upgraded Google Workspace plan provides access to advanced features like Google Vault and enhanced endpoint management.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have a monthly Business Starter/Standard plan or Legacy G Suite Basic plan
• Payment methods other than SEPA
• No pending payments
• Verified domain
• No recent plan transfers
• Active subscription status
• Agreed to Terms of Service

Not Eligible If:

• Using SEPA payments
• Annual subscription started before Dec 1, 2022
• Suspended or expired plan
• Unverified domain
• Recent plan transfers
• Pending payments

Upgrade Process for Business Starter/Standard:

1. Access Google Workspace panel
2. Click Edit under Plan
3. Select new plan
4. Review charges
5. Confirm changes

Legacy G Suite Basic Upgrade Process:

• Monthly subscribers receive "Upgrade your Google Workspace plan" email
• Annual subscribers receive renewal notice 15 days prior
• Must upgrade to Business Standard or Plus to maintain features
• Follow same upgrade steps as above

Important Considerations:

• Upgrading charges are prorated based on unused period
• Free year offers forfeit remaining period upon upgrade
• Changes take effect immediately
• Business Plus upgrades require transfer to Google

Feature Protection Steps:

1. Review current features in Admin Console
2. Check user storage (30GB limit after upgrade)
3. Export organization data using Google Data Export tool
4. Choose plan that maintains needed features

Support:

• Squarespace handles: panel issues, billing, registration, user management
• Google handles: technical features, service-specific questions

Remember: Compare plans carefully before upgrading to avoid losing essential features, particularly when moving from Legacy G Suite Basic to newer plans.

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