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Google introduces new ‘selfie video’ sign-in method
9to5Google • • general
Key Points:
- Google Accounts are introducing a new "selfie video" sign-in option that helps users regain access if they lose their phone or passkeys, requiring users to perform guided head movements for authentication.
- The feature works on both mobile and desktop devices, with phone authentication available for PCs without cameras.
- Google employs multiple security layers to prevent spoofing through fake photos or deepfake videos, and users can delete their saved selfie videos at any time.
- The selfie video is encrypted at rest and used solely for signing in by default, with an optional opt-in to improve verification methods.
- This new method complements existing recovery options like passkeys and recovery contacts, and users can set it up at g.co/signin-selfie if eligible.
