Google doesn't directly tell you your birthday; however, it's stored within your Google Account if you've added it. To find it, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Google Account: Go to https://myaccount.google.com/.
- Access Personal Info & Privacy: Once logged in, navigate to the "Personal info & privacy" section.
- Locate Birthday Information: Click on "Birthday." Your birthday should be displayed there.
If you haven't added your birthday to your Google Account, this information won't be available. Adding your birthday is optional, but Google may request it to comply with legal requirements for certain services, such as YouTube (https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3159776?hl=en). Remember that Google, like many large companies, collects various data points, and your birthday may be inferred from other information you've provided (https://evgmedia.com/google-knows-my-birthday/). It's important to understand Google's data practices and manage your privacy settings accordingly.
Troubleshooting:
- Birthday not showing? Ensure you are logged into the correct Google Account.
- Calendar issues: If your Google Calendar isn't displaying birthdays, check your settings and ensure birthdays are enabled in your calendar view. If duplicates appear, it's possible it's pulled from conflicting sources like Google Contacts (https://support.google.com/calendar/thread/80612736/google-calendar-shows-duplicate-of-only-my-birthday?hl=en).
- Unable to change birthday? This may be due to account restrictions or policies; check Google Account Help for more information (https://support.google.com/accounts/thread/153535130/why-can-t-i-change-my-birthday?hl=en).
