How to Transfer Google Slides Ownership

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May 5, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to hand off ownership of a Google Slides file.

Quick summary

Transferring Google Slides ownership takes just a few clicks inside the Share settings — the current owner opens the file, finds the new owner in the collaborator list, and selects Transfer ownership from the permission dropdown.

Steps

Open the Google Slides presentation you want to hand over, making sure you are currently the owner.
Click the Share button in the top-right corner to open the access settings panel.
Find the person you want as the new owner and click the dropdown arrow next to their current permission level.
Select Transfer ownership from the permission menu to assign them as owner.
Confirm the transfer when prompted — you will retain editor access to the file after the change.

📌 Why this matters

Transferring Google Slides ownership is essential when handing off projects between team members, changing roles, or ensuring the right person controls a shared presentation. Google Slides only allows one owner per file, and without a proper ownership transfer, former collaborators may lose critical admin control. This process lets teams manage file governance cleanly without deleting or duplicating presentations. Following the correct steps ensures a seamless handoff while keeping all collaborators' access intact.

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