Make your google account more secure

Step 1: Do a Security Checkup
Go to Security Checkup to get personalized security recommendations for your
Google Account, including:
 Add or update account recovery options
 Turn on 2-Step Verification
 Remove risky access to your data
 Turn on screen lock

Step 2: Update your software
 If your browser, operating system, or apps are out-of-date, the software might
not be safe from hackers. To help protect your account, keep your software
updated.
 Update your browser
 Update your operating system
 Update your apps

Step 3: Use unique, strong passwords
It’s risky to use the same password on multiple sites. If your password for one site is
hacked, it could be used to get into your accounts for multiple sites.
 Make sure to create a strong, unique password for each account.
 Manage your passwords
 Help protect your password from hackers

Step 4: Remove apps & browser extensions you don’t need
As more apps are installed on a device, it can become more vulnerable. On devices
that have access to sensitive information, only install the apps and browser
extensions you need. To better protect your personal info, don’t install unknown apps
or apps from unknown sources.

Step 5: Protect against suspicious messages & content

Hackers can use emails, text messages, phone calls, and web pages to pretend to
be institutions, family members, or colleagues.
Avoid suspicious requests
Avoid suspicious emails
Avoid suspicious web pages