Gmail users are again falling victim to a sophisticated phishing attack that is locking victims out of their accounts. While these sorts of attacks are nothing new, cybercriminals now have AI on their ...

If a hacker or scammer has access to your email, every account connected to it is at risk. We show you how to protect ...

To set up your recovery contacts, head to your Google account on the web, then click Security. This is the page where you can ...

Google accounts can be critical pieces of your online life. Keep them safe from account takeovers with a hardware security key. Since my start in 2008, I've covered a wide variety of topics from space ...

For billions worldwide, Gmail isn't just an email service; it's a central hub for countless online accounts, from banking and social media to shopping and cloud storage. This makes your Gmail inbox a ...

Google recently rolled out passkeys for Gmail, which lets you log in using a smartphone or computer without typing in the actual password. It's a great way to improve Gmail security, but passkeys ...

Update, May 19, 2025: This story, originally published May 18, has been updated with even more advice on securing your Gmail account against the continuing efforts of threat actors to take control of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Email accounts are a particularly popular target for hackers. Emails often contain a treasure trove of valuable data, up to and ...