10 Google Privacy to change in order to enhance your account security

 Hello Guys! In this tech turial I will show you ways on how to enhance privacy and security on your Google account.

Google offers many different services these days, and a single Google account spreads your information across these different Google services(e.g Gmail,  Blogger, Google Assistant,  YouTube,  Google map, Google Earth, Stadia, Photos, Android OS, Google search and so many more I can list). There are some things you can do to lock down security and privacy on your account. Below are some ways you can enhance privacy and security to your Google account.

1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication

Start by activating two-factor authentication for your Google account. It's a straightforward step that significantly enhances security. 

With 2FA, you'll need to verify your login via text message, phone call, or an authenticator app. If you haven't already enabled it, do so for added protection.

• Open your google account 
• Navigate to Security 
• Scroll down to "How you sign in to Google."
• Click on 2 step verification to activate

2. Erase Your Data from Google Services

You can remove your data from various Google services. Beyond third-party apps, even Google's own services can accumulate your data. To delete specific Google services and their associated data.

• Open your google account
• Navigate to the "Data & Privacy" page 
• Scroll down and choose "Delete a Google Service." 
• You'll see a list of Google services to remove, select any Google service that you want to remove.

3. Secure Your Google Activity with a Password

Google tracks your online activities when using their products. You can password-protect your Google activity to keep it private. 

Visit activity.google.com, encrypt your online activities, and even if someone has access to your Google account, they'll need a password to access your data. 

4. Manage Connected Apps in Your Google Account

Google accounts make it easy to sign into various apps and websites. Over time, these services can accumulate. Regularly review which services have access to your Google account by going to the Sign-in & Security page. In the "Third-party apps with account access" section, choose "Manage Third-Party Access" to remove unused or unnecessary services.

5. Delete Gmail Without Closing Your Google Account

Creating a Gmail address automatically creates a Google account, but you can have a Google account without Gmail. If you want to avoid Gmail-related issues, such as spam, you can get rid of it while retaining access to other Google account features.

6. Turn Off “Okay Google” or "Hey Google " History

Turn of OK Google recordings.

When you use voice commands like "Hey Google" or “Okay Google,” Google actually retains audio recordings of these commands. You can access these recordings on the "Web & App Activity" page of your Google account.

If you're uncomfortable with this, you have the option to manually delete these recordings or disable the feature "Include voice and audio activity." This way, Google won't save these recordings, but your voice commands will still function as usual.

7. Activate "Enhanced Safe Browsing" in Google Chrome

If you have a Google account, you probably use Google Chrome as your web browser. You can enhance your online security by turning on "Enhanced Safe Browsing" mode.

"Enhanced Safe Browsing" builds on the existing "Safe Browsing" feature by incorporating additional tools. It involves Chrome sharing more browsing data with Google to improve threat assessments and proactive security measures, although you need to be comfortable with Google having access to your data for this feature.

8. Automatically Clear Your Web and Location History

I've previously mentioned how much data Google tracks and where to find it, and it's quite extensive. The good news is that Google allows you to set your data to be automatically deleted after a certain period.

For Google accounts created in 2020 and earlier, Web and Location history is automatically deleted after 18 months by default. If your account is older, you'll need to enable this auto-deletion feature yourself, and you can choose between a three-month or 18-month timeframe.

9. Configure Posthumous Data Management for Your Google Account

This tip may be a bit somber, but it's worth considering. If you want to share your family photos after your passing but delete your search history, you can accomplish this using Google's Inactive Account Manager.

Search for Google's Inactive Account Manager, access its settings, and initiate the setup process. You'll be guided through marking your account as "Inactive," setting reminders, specifying contacts for that time, and deciding which data or pictures to delete and share.

10. Disconnecting Your Google Account from Chrome

When you first use Google Chrome, it prompts you to sign in with your Google account, but this isn't mandatory. If you're concerned about Google accessing your browsing history, you can log out of Chrome.

By removing your Google account from Chrome, you can browse more privately. However, keep in mind that you'll lose the ability to sync bookmarks, tabs, and saved information across devices.

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