We automatically protect your privacy with industry-leading security. There are a few additional steps you can take to manage your online security and choose the right level of protection for you. Strengthen the security Security CheckupTake the Security CheckupOne easy way to protect your Google Account is to take the Security Checkup. This step-by-step tool gives you personalized and actionable recommendations to help strengthen the security of your Google Account. Complete checkup 2-STEP VERIFICATIONDefend against hackers with 2‑Step Verification2-Step Verification helps keep out anyone who shouldn’t have access to your account by requiring you to use a secondary factor on top of your username and password to log in to your account. For those who are at risk of targeted online attacks and need even stronger protections, we’ve created the Advanced Protection Program. Get 2-Step Verification A little help with Use strong and unique passwordsCreating a strong, unique password for every account is one of the most critical steps you can take to protect your privacy. Using the same password to log in to multiple accounts, like your Google Account, social media profiles, and retail websites, increases your security risk. Keep track of all your passwordsA password manager, like the one built into your Google Account, helps protect and keep track of the passwords you use on sites and apps. Google’s Password Manager helps you create, remember, and securely store all your passwords to safely and easily sign in to your accounts. Check your passwords for security issuesCheck the strength and security of all of your saved passwords with a quick Password Checkup. Learn if any of your saved passwords for third-party sites or accounts have been compromised, and easily change them if needed.
 Creating a strong, unique password for every account is one of the most critical steps you can take to protect your privacy. Using the same password to log in to multiple accounts, like your Google Account, social media profiles, and retail websites, increases your security risk.
A password manager, like the one built into your Google Account, helps protect and keep track of the passwords you use on sites and apps. Google’s Password Manager helps you create, remember, and securely store all your passwords to safely and easily sign in to your accounts.
Check the strength and security of all of your saved passwords with a quick Password Checkup. Learn if any of your saved passwords for third-party sites or accounts have been compromised, and easily change them if needed. Keep your devices secure.
Avoid online scams and Know how scammers might reach youScammers can take advantage of goodwill by disguising their scams as legitimate messages. Alongside emails, scammers may also use text messages, automated calls, and malicious websites to exploit you. Always validate suspicious URLs or linksPhishing is an attempt to trick you into revealing critical personal or financial information, like a password or bank details. It can take many forms, such as a fake login page. To avoid getting phished, never click on questionable links; double-check the URL — by hovering over the link or long-pressing the text on mobile — to make sure the website or app is legitimate; and make sure the URL begins with “https.” Watch out for impersonatorsScammers might pose as legitimate organizations like the government or nonprofits. Always proceed with caution when reading messages from someone claiming to be an authoritative resource. If someone you know emails you but the message seems odd, their account may have been hacked. Don’t reply to the message or click any links unless you can confirm the email is legitimate. Look out for things like urgent requests for money, sob stories about being stranded abroad, or the person claiming their phone was stolen and cannot be called. Beware of email scams or requests for personal informationMessages from strangers can be suspect, and even a communication from someone you trust, like your bank, might be an impersonation. Don't reply to suspicious emails, instant messages, or pop-up windows that ask for personal information. Never click suspicious links or enter personal information in questionable forms or surveys. If asked for a nonprofit donation, go directly to the organization's website to donate rather than clicking on the link sent to you. Double-check files before downloadingSome sophisticated phishing attacks can occur through infected documents and PDF attachments. If you come across a suspicious attachment, use Chrome or Google Drive to open it. We’ll automatically scan the file and warn you if we detect a virus.
Scammers can take advantage of goodwill by disguising their scams as legitimate messages. Alongside emails, scammers may also use text messages, automated calls, and malicious websites to exploit you. Phishing is an attempt to trick you into revealing critical personal or financial information, like a password or bank details. It can take many forms, such as a fake login page. To avoid getting phished, never click on questionable links; double-check the URL — by hovering over the link or long-pressing the text on mobile — to make sure the website or app is legitimate; and make sure the URL begins with “https.” Scammers might pose as legitimate organizations like the government or nonprofits. Always proceed with caution when reading messages from someone claiming to be an authoritative resource. If someone you know emails you but the message seems odd, their account may have been hacked. Don’t reply to the message or click any links unless you can confirm the email is legitimate. Look out for things like urgent requests for money, sob stories about being stranded abroad, or the person claiming their phone was stolen and cannot be called. Messages from strangers can be suspect, and even a communication from someone you trust, like your bank, might be an impersonation. Don't reply to suspicious emails, instant messages, or pop-up windows that ask for personal information. Never click suspicious links or enter personal information in questionable forms or surveys. If asked for a nonprofit donation, go directly to the organization's website to donate rather than clicking on the link sent to you. Some sophisticated phishing attacks can occur through infected documents and PDF attachments. If you come across a suspicious attachment, use Chrome or Google Drive to open it. We’ll automatically scan the file and warn you if we detect a virus. Explore more ways we
Does Google send you emails about security?We send you security alerts when we: Detect important actions in your account, like if someone signs in on a new device. Detect suspicious activity in your account, like if an unusual number of emails are sent. Block someone from taking an important action, like viewing stored passwords.
How do I protect my Gmail account from security?Follow the steps below to help keep your Gmail account secure. If you think someone has unauthorized access to your account, reset your password immediately.. Visit the Sign in & security page.. Tap Password.. Follow the on-screen instructions.. Did Google send me an email?Check if it's actually Google trying to reach you: "If Google sends you an email, the 'From' address should contain '@google.com,' and the 'Return-Path' should also contain '@google.com. '" But watch for addresses that are one letter off.
How do I know if Google security email is real?However, most Google critical security alert emails we've seen were sent from [email protected]. As mentioned, this email is legitimate. If the email you received wasn't sent from that email address, or it was sent by a suspicious email address, there's a high chance that it's a scam.
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