Google plans to replace SMS verification with QR codes due to phishing risks and security vulnerabilities exploited by scammers. QR codes will eliminate the need to enter security codes when accessing ...

From emails, web history, endless search queries, to photos and personal information, your Google ecosystem and reliable smartphone hold a treasure trove of data you need to safeguard. Taking a few ...

Two-factor authentication is an essential security setting for any online accounts you have. It protects your accounts from falling into the wrong hands and prevents unauthorized access. But if you ...

Anyone who's ever had their Google account hacked can tell you what a pain it is to recover. You'll spend hours or even days on it, and recovery isn't guaranteed, no matter what you do. On Wednesday, ...

A new Gmail phishing scam impersonates Google IT support to gain account access. The scam involves fake password recovery emails and requests for security codes. Google advises against clicking links ...

Ever since Google enabled two-step verification for Gmail and other tied authentication protocols in its ecosystem, SMS codes have been a mainstay. But according to security analyses, SMS codes are ...

There's no doubt Google is keen to track just about everything you do online and inside its apps, but it's also fair to say the company puts a comprehensive set of security and privacy tools at its ...

The change will roll out in the coming months and help reduce fraud and spam while improving security. The change will roll out in the coming months and help reduce fraud and spam while improving ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Google is rolling out new security features for those using Google Messages, as well as your standard Google ...

(NEXSTAR) — Did you see concerning reports this weekend that the password to your Gmail account needed to be changed immediately over concerns of a data breach? Have no fear — Google said that isn’t ...

A new Gmail phishing scam impersonates Google IT support to gain account access. The scam involves fake password recovery emails and requests for security codes. Google advises against clicking links ...