Google Account Settings You Should Change Now
When setting up a Google account, it's easy to overlook some essential settings that can impact your user experience and data security. Your Google account controls more than just your Gmail inbox; it handles activity across various services like Google Play and YouTube, along with security and privacy configurations, account recovery options, advertising preferences, information sharing, and data management.
One of the most important settings to check is the Privacy Checkup, which can be accessed by clicking on your Google account icon in the top-right corner of most Google apps and sites. This feature will walk you through a checklist of settings users tend to overlook, including controls related to website and app activity, histories, and personalization.
Another crucial setting is adding trusted people as recovery contacts for your account. If you forget your password or security questions, these contacts can help you regain access to your account. You can add up to 10 recovery contacts who have an active Google account, but there are some restrictions to keep in mind.