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Android
Android's ML-powered security guards against threats and protects privacy.
Gmail
Gmail blocks threats and keeps your messages encrypted.
Nest
Nest keeps your data private with built-in security and automatic updates.
Assistant
Assistant protects your privacy, and puts you in control of your data.
Google Fi Wireless
Google Fi Wireless protects your connection for calls, streaming, and browsing.
Photos
Photos keeps your memories safe with built-in security and privacy tools.
Chrome
Chrome guards against threats with safety checks and real-time detection.
Google One
Google One protects your expanded storage with industry-leading cloud security.
Pixel
Pixel keeps you safer both online and in the physical world.
Family Link
Family Link helps parents set digital boundaries for their families.
Google Pay
Google Pay protects your payments and keeps your personal information safe.
Search
Google Search encrypts your searches, protects your data, and blocks threats.
Google Health
Google Health protects your health and wellness data and provides easy-to-use privacy settings.
Maps
Maps gives you privacy with Incognito mode and location history settings.
YouTube
YouTube protects your data with privacy tools and personalized viewing controls.
Gemini
Gemini blocks harmful content and provides easy access to your privacy settings.
Meet
Meet makes video calls safer with encryption and smart meeting management tools.
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Privacy Settings
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Safer by Design
Learn how we're Safer by Design
Privacy
Privacy Practices
Discover how we build products that protect your privacy.
Ads & Data
Learn about our advertising principles and your ad experience.
Security
Built-in Security
Learn how built-in security keeps your personal information safe.
Scams & Fraud
Explore how we protect you from online scams and fraud.
Security Tips
Discover tools and tips to help keep you safe online.
Authentication
Learn about safer ways to sign in to your online accounts.
Cybersecurity
See how we lead cybersecurity in our approach and societal impact.
AI
AI & Safety
Learn about how we are advancing AI safety with testing and standards.
Secure AI Framework
Learn about the core elements of our secure AI framework (SAIF).
Content
Content Safety
Learn about our protections against harmful and illegal content.
Product Protections
Learn more about Product Protections
Android
Android's ML-powered security guards against threats and protects privacy.
Gmail
Gmail blocks threats and keeps your messages encrypted.
Nest
Nest keeps your data private with built-in security and automatic updates.
Assistant
Assistant protects your privacy, and puts you in control of your data.
Google Fi Wireless
Google Fi Wireless protects your connection for calls, streaming, and browsing.
Photos
Photos keeps your memories safe with built-in security and privacy tools.
Chrome
Chrome guards against threats with safety checks and real-time detection.
Google One
Google One protects your expanded storage with industry-leading cloud security.
Pixel
Pixel keeps you safer both online and in the physical world.
Family Link
Family Link helps parents set digital boundaries for their families.
Google Pay
Google Pay protects your payments and keeps your personal information safe.
Search
Google Search encrypts your searches, protects your data, and blocks threats.
Google Health
Google Health protects your health and wellness data and provides easy-to-use privacy settings.
Maps
Maps gives you privacy with Incognito mode and location history settings.
YouTube
YouTube protects your data with privacy tools and personalized viewing controls.
Gemini
Gemini blocks harmful content and provides easy access to your privacy settings.
Meet
Meet makes video calls safer with encryption and smart meeting management tools.
Safety Settings
Learn more about Safety Settings
Ad Settings
Learn about ad controls and how to customize your ad experiences.
Security Settings
Learn about security controls and how to add protection to your Google Account.
Privacy Settings
Learn about privacy controls and how to customize your data settings.
Parental Controls
Learn about parental controls and how to keep your family safer online.
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We build advanced privacy and security features into every product we make. From automatic security updates in Chrome to phishing protections in Gmail, all Google products are designed for safety.
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SEARCH
High-quality
results, safe
and
secure
When you use Google Search, your data is safe. It’s that simple. Your searches are encrypted, your results are protected from web spam and malware, and your personal information is never sold. You can also turn on auto-delete to automatically delete your data on an ongoing basis, or use the intuitive privacy settings to decide what you want to save to your Google Account.
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GMAIL
Encrypted
email,
unmatched
protection
Gmail automatically blocks more than 99.9% of spam, phishing attempts, and malware, before they reach your inbox. For example, more than 120 million phishing attempts are blocked every day. Proactive alerts warn you about risky attachments and suspicious activities. And all your messages are encrypted both at rest and in transit.
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CHROME
Security
you
never
have
to
think
about
Browse fearlessly knowing dangerous and deceptive websites, files, and apps are detected and blocked in real time, with the help of Google's AI. Safety Check proactively warns you about potential security issues with your passwords or extensions. You can personalize your privacy with our intuitive Privacy Guide, and easily clear your browsing history and other data. And Chrome continuously makes sure you have the latest security updates.
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GEMINI
Supercharge
your
creativity,
safely
When you use Gemini, safeguards are in place to help block harmful content. There are also easy-to-use tools to assess the information in Gemini’s responses. You can visit the Privacy Hub anytime to learn about how your data is used or access your privacy settings to change your auto-delete period and more.
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PHOTOS
Your
memories
are
safer
from
the
start
Your photos and videos are safe and secure from the instant you store them, protected by our advanced security infrastructure while in storage or when you share them. You can view and change settings for face groups, choose what to back up, and decide exactly who sees your shared albums. Built-in privacy tools let you manage location data and more.
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GOOGLE PAY
Protected,
private
payments
Google Pay keeps your information safe using built-in security that protects you with every payment. Breeze through checkout online or in-store with the peace of mind that your payment information is stored securely. Google Pay gives you transparency on how your data is used, has easy-to-use privacy controls, and protects you with advanced security — all to keep your money and private information safe.
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PIXEL
A
phone
built
to
protect
your
digital
life
So much of your life is on your phone, and Pixel keeps it all safe. The Titan M2 security chip helps protect the things you care about, from your finances to your photos, while built-in safety features help safeguard device access, protect you from fraud during phone calls and messages with Scam Detection1, detect car crashes2, and more. Every Pixel comes with VPN protection3 and 7 years4 of security updates, so you’ll stay safe long after it’s out of the box.
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MAPS
Explore
the
world,
control
your
privacy
Use Maps in Incognito mode and your activity won’t be saved. Turning it on is as simple as tapping your profile photo, and you can turn it back off whenever you want a more personalized experience. You can also use Your Data in Maps to view and adjust your location-data history settings.
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YOUTUBE
A
secure
and
personalized
experience
Watch your favorite content on YouTube, knowing that your personal information will never be sold. Our easy-to-use tools put you in control. With Your data in YouTube, control what data is saved, and how it’s used on the platform and across Google. Browse privately with Incognito mode and adjust your ad settings to see more of what you like, and less of what you don’t.
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ANDROID
Innovative
safety
that’s
always
on
When you use your Android device, machine learning actively guards against new threats, while built-in safeguards help block harmful apps, phishing attempts, and spam. A simple privacy dashboard puts you in control of how your data is used, and advanced safety features help protect you in the real world — from emergency alerts to crash detection and response.
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NEST
Your
private,
helpful
home
You want to trust the things you bring into your home. And we’re committed to earning that trust with devices and services designed to help create a home that takes care of the people inside it and the world around it. Every Nest product is independently validated, automatically updated, and protected by built-in security — all while keeping your sensitive data private.
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Google Assistant
Designed
with
your
privacy
in
mind
Google Assistant is built to keep your information private, safe, and secure. It’s designed to wait in standby mode until it detects an activation, like when it hears “Hey Google.” And by default, your audio recordings are not saved on Google servers.
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MEET
Make
every
meeting
safer
You’re safer at every level when you join a Meet video call. Your conversations are encrypted in transit, while smart security features like unique meeting codes and participant verification keep your meetings private. Host management lets you manage who joins and what they can do, while built-in safeguards ensure your meeting data is never tracked or used for advertising.
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GOOGLE FI WIRELESS
Keeping
your
calls
and
connections
safe
Google Fi Wireless helps you stay safe while you call, stream, and browse. Your number has an extra layer of protection with Google account security. Plus, every plan includes advanced spam5 blocking that stops unwanted calls, and a VPN6 that encrypts your online activity to shield you from hackers and bad actors.
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GOOGLE ONE
Expanded
storage
for
your
Google
Account
With Google One, you get additional storage for your Google Account, so you have even more space for your important photos, videos, files, and more. Expanded storage is protected by the same industry-leading cloud security infrastructure that comes with your Google Account.
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Google Health
Control
over
your
health
and
wellness
data.
No
sweat.
How many steps you take, how long you sleep, or anything else you track with your Fitbit and Google Pixel Watch devices — your wellness data in the Google Health app is protected by Google’s industry-leading security, while easy-to-find and easy-to-use privacy settings keep you in control.
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1 Available on Pixel 9 phones in the US for calls in English only. Available on Pixel 6 and newer Pixel phones in the US, CA and UK for text messages in English only. Scam Detection is not 100% accurate and scammers constantly change tactics. Always use caution when answering calls from unknown numbers. See g.co/pixel/scam-detection-help for more details.
2 Car Crash Detection not available in all languages or countries. Car Crash Detection may not detect all accidents. High-impact activities may trigger Car Crash Detection. This feature is dependent upon network connectivity and other factors and may not be reliable for emergency communications or available in all areas. See g.co/pixel/carcrashdetection for details.
3 Restrictions apply. Some data is not transmitted through VPN. Not available in all countries. Use of VPN may increase data costs depending on your plan. See g.co/pixel/vpn for details.
4 Pixel updates for 7 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store in the US. See g.co/pixel/updates for details.
5 Blocks spam known to Google; may not detect all spam calls.
6 Restrictions apply. Some data is not transmitted through VPN. Use of VPN may increase data costs depending on your plan. Not available in all countries.
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