Gmail account is essential. Several strategies can be employed to prevent account deletion, which can occur due to inactivity or violations of Google's policies. One primary recommendation is to maintain regular activity on the account. Google defines inactivity as not signing into the account for a period exceeding 24 months. To mitigate this risk, users should log in periodically and engage with their emails, even if only briefly.
Another critical aspect is adhering to Google's terms of service and community guidelines. Violations such as spamming or engaging in malicious activities can lead to immediate suspension or deletion of an account. Users should familiarize themselves with these regulations and ensure their email practices align with them. Additionally, enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security that not only protects the account from unauthorized access but also signals active engagement from the user.
Google dominates the free email market with an estimated 1.8 billion Gmail users. It should come as no surprise, then, that warnings about Gmail accounts being deleted can cause concern. So, let’s set the record straight and confirm what’s actually happening. Yes, Google is deleting Gmail accounts. No, not everyone will be at risk because only inactive accounts are being targeted. For peace of mind, there are steps you can take to ensure your Gmail, along with Photos and Docs content, remain unaffected. Here’s what you need to know and do.
The search engine site's popular Gmail app has more than 1.5 billion active users worldwide, according to the company, and while it doesn't limit the number of accounts a user can create, they must follow a set of guidelines to maintain an active status.
Google has an inactive account policy, which states that users with "an account that has not been used within a 2-year period" can be deleted due to inactivity.
The reason Google is looking to trim unused accounts is for increased security. Oftentimes these forgotten accounts use simple passwords or passwords that are reused with other online accounts, alongside lacking any kind of 2 factor authentication. This makes these accounts attractive targets for threat actors who would like to take them over and use them as part of malicious e-mail campaigns. Moreover, Google says that this plan is also in keeping with the company’s efforts that “limits the amount of time Google retains your unused personal information.” It’s encouraging to see the company mention this, as younger users may bounce around different Gmail accounts over time, potentially leaving behind personal information in an older, unused account that they forget about.
For users with a single Google account that has not been used within the last two years, here are some helpful steps from the company to reconnect and stay online.
Read or send an email. Share a photo or watch a YouTube video while signed into the relevant Google account. Use Google Drive or Search.
Read more
5.8 magnitude earthquake hits Pakistan DWP told to increase £10 Christmas bonusSarah H
Also on site :