4 ways to protect your gmail account from being hacked
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Losing your email account to hackers is anyone's nightmare. If you use Gmail, you're in luck. Here are 4 ways to protect your personal information from security threats.TRANSCRIPT
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4 Ways to Protect your Gmail Account from being Hacked
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Limit your apps
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• Go here to see the apps linked to your account
• Revoke access to suspicious or unused apps
• Be wary of apps that require you to sign up using social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
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Change Your
Password
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• Never use the same password more than once
• If you can easily recall your password, it isn’t strong enough
• Use the password meter to test it
• Visit our blog: 2 Tips for a Secure Password
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2-Step Verification
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• Use 2-Step Verification when logging into your account from an unknown computer
• Google sends a verification code to your phone
• Use this code + your password to log in to your account
• Set up 2-Step Verification here
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Find out where you account is being accessed
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• Scroll down to the bottom of your Gmail inbox page
• Click on “details” in the bottom right corner
• Check if your account is being accessed in unfamiliar places
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Great job! By taking these steps you’ve greatly improved the
security of your Gmail account and reduced the risk of being hacked.
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