How can I try the new Google Groups?

If we haven't yet switched you to the new Google Groups, you can switch yourself. Just go to Groups and click the Switch to the new Google Groups link at the top of the page. 

Can I switch back to the old Groups afterwards?

Sure! For a while, you're free to switch back and forth between the new and classic versions of Groups as much as you want. From Groups, just open the gear menu and choose Revert to the old Google Groups. (If you don't see this option, your new Groups has become permanent.)

The new Groups sure has a lot of features! Can you help me get started?

Yes. Check out these easy-to-follow guides for creating and using the new Google Groups—as email lists, Q&A forums, web forums, and collaborative inboxes.

Note: You might need to work with a group owner or manager, or your Google Apps administrator to enable all the new features. 

Will the new Groups eventually become permanent?

Yes. Eventually the new version of Groups will become permanent and you won't be able to switch back to the classic version of Groups. But hopefully you'll have had enough time to get used to the changes!

I can't find the link for switching to the new Groups.

We're rolling out the new Groups in stages. If you don't see the link for switching to it now, you'll probably see it soon. Or if your domain administrator has opted out of showing promotions for new features, the link for transitioning to the new Groups won't be available. Instead, you'll have to wait until the new Groups becomes permanent before you can use it.