You Can Now Recover Your Google Account With a Selfie Video
Google has introduced a new selfie sign-in option for Google Account recovery, providing an alternative way for users to access their accounts. This option is available alongside other methods such as passkeys, recovery contacts, and other entry methods. To create a selfie video, users must follow Google's instructions to complete a series of head movements, which are then saved to their account. The selfie video can be used later if the user needs to access their account and cannot use other methods. Google recommends that users have multiple sign-in methods set up to avoid losing access to their account. The selfie video option allows users to take a new selfie to gain access to their account if they do not have access to their email address or a trusted device. Google compares the new selfie video to the one saved to the account to grant access, using multiple layers of security to prevent impersonation attempts. The selfie videos are encrypted and stored securely, and can be deleted at any time, with the option to share them for additional purposes if desired. The selfie video feature was previously tested in Brazil and is now available for Google Accounts, although it does not work for Workspace accounts, children's accounts, or accounts enrolled in the Advanced Protection Program. Overall, the new selfie sign-in option provides an additional layer of security and convenience for Google Account users.