Google rolls out new selfie video sign-in feature
Google has introduced a new selfie video sign-in feature, allowing users to log in to their accounts or recover them using a brief video of themselves. The feature is designed to provide stronger protection against fraud and better account recovery options, but it also raises concerns around privacy and biometric data collection. The video will be stored with the user's consent and can be deleted at any time, with Google using several security checks to detect impersonation attempts.
- ▪Google's new selfie video sign-in feature allows users to record a brief video of themselves performing guided head movements.
- ▪The feature is available to eligible Google Account users from July 23, providing an additional option for account recovery and sign-in.
- ▪Google uses several security checks to detect impersonation attempts, including deepfakes, by comparing a new recording with the saved selfie video.
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Google rolls out new selfie video sign-in featureSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxGoogle said that the selfie video is stored with the user’s consent, and the user has the option to delete it at any time in their Google account. PHOTO: REUTERSPublished Jul 23, 2026, 10:00 PMUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 10:00 PMSet as preferred sourceGoogle on July 23 launched a new selfie video sign-in feature, allowing users another option to log in to their accounts or recover them in case they are locked out due to forgotten passwords or lack of access to their preferred devices.The Alphabet-owned company will allow users to set up verification by recording a brief video of themselves performing guided head movements that would capture multiple angles.
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