Users’ privacy and security are vital in Google’s policy statements and with users increasing -1 billion monthly – Google trying hard to block unauthorized access or alteration. There are few ways which you could use to secure your Gmail account.
Enable 2-step verification: Also termed as 2 factor authentication. After applying the verification, a code would be sent to your mobile phone in a text message that you have to enterwhen you sign up for your Gmail account.
Password strength must be strong: Change your password once in a month, pick random uppercase and lowercase letters, avoid using personal information as a password, and mix of letters, symbols and numbers practice.
Security checklist: This is a step-by-step account securing checklist which verifies security settings, helps to connect to devices and access to account permissions. Review apps, websites and devices which are connected to your Google account while checking account permissions.
Update browser regularly: Out of date browser puts you at risk of getting hacked or threats like viruses and spyware. Hackers can easily have your confidential and financial information access in case you haven’t run an update.