How to Remove Synced Contacts from a Removed Gmail Account on Android

Deleting contacts that were synced from a friend's Gmail account on your Android device can be a bit tricky, especially when the account has already been removed. This guide will walk you through the process step by step to ensure all synced contacts are properly deleted. Follow these instructions carefully to avoid any errors and ensure a smooth experience.

Step-by-Step Guide to Remove Synced Contacts

The first step involves removing the account from your device, which you have already done. However, it's crucial to ensure the account is completely removed to avoid any residual information.

1. Clear Contacts App Data

Go to the Settings on your Android device. Scroll down and select Apps or Applications. Find and tap on Contacts or Contacts Storage. Tap on Storage. Select Clear Data. This will remove all cached contacts and settings associated with the Contacts app.

After clearing the data, you can choose to re-sync your contacts with your own Google account if desired.

2. Check Contacts

Open the Contacts app to ensure that the unwanted contacts are no longer visible. If some contacts still appear, manual deletion will be required.

3. Manual Deletion (if necessary)

Open the Contacts app. Find the contact you wish to delete. Tap on the contact, then select the three dots or more option, usually in the upper-right corner. Choose Delete.

By following these steps, you should be able to remove any contacts that were synced from your friend's Gmail account.

Additional Tips

If you continue to have issues, consider restarting your device after clearing the app data. This can help ensure all residual data is removed and your Android device behaves as expected.

Alternative Methods

There are alternative methods to delete Gmail contacts from your device:

Alternative 1: Clear Gmail Contacts Temporarily

1. Go to the left side and select all accounts.

Select only the synced contacts and delete them permanently. This option will usually be available for synced contacts.

2. After deleting, you can go and recover your contacts, which is a straightforward process.

Alternative 2: Remove Gmail Account Completely

If you haven't ever removed that Gmail account from your phone, do it immediately. After removing the account, stop your own Gmail account sync option. Once this process is done, check and delete your friend’s Gmail-synced contacts from your phone. Finally, sync your phone with your own mail ID.

For those unsure if the above method works, another approach is to log into Sign in - Google Accounts. Select the contacts synced from your friend's account and delete them all at once.

Conducting a delete operation this way will prevent the contacts from re-syncing and appearing again on your device.

Conclusion

By following these detailed steps, you can effectively manage and delete contacts that were synced from a friend's Gmail account on your Android device. If you encounter any difficulties, troubleshooting through a device restart can be an effective solution.

References

For further assistance, you may refer to official Android support documentation or contact Google Support for additional guidance.