Keeping you safer online

Today, billions of people will turn to Google for help in moments big and small. It’s our responsibility to protect your privacy and security in every product we make - so that every day you're safer with Google. To help you protect the security and privacy of your information, we offer easy-to-use settings and a wealth of resources and tools that make online safety as straightforward and accessible as possible.

Ready to start but not sure where to begin?

Start by using Google Account's Password Manager which helps to keep you and your passwords safe not just on Google but across the internet, find out if they were compromised, and if you’ve used any more than once. In the event of any vulnerabilities, we’ll walk you through securing your passwords with personalized, actionable recommendations.

Ready to start but not sure where to begin?

Looking to take more control of your online safety?

Visit your Google Account to manage your privacy and security settings, all in one place. For a deeper dive into online safety features across all of Google’s products, visit our Safety Center, a hub where you can learn more about how we always secure and safeguard your data. In addition, you can view the comic book Eliza’s World for an engaging visual reference to better understand how your privacy is protected by Google products including Maps, Search, Ads, Assistant and more. You can also learn more internet safety tips and smart netizen's attitudes from the illustration series created by Hong Kong illustrator Dustykid.

Looking to take more control of your online safety?

Building a secure online experience for your family

Ensuring that you and your family can enjoy a safe online experience is essential. To help protect our youngest online users, work with your children to develop healthy and safe digital habits with the help of resources below.

Make full use of apps designed for kids

YouTube Kids gives parents and caregivers the ability to customize their kids’ experience with a full suite of parental controls. Create individual profiles for each of your children, curate the content they are able to watch, set timers to control screen time, and more.

Make full use of apps designed for kids

Filter out the junk

When you and your family are using Google Search, SafeSearch can help you filter out inappropriate and explicit content listed in your Google search results. You can easily turn on SafeSearch for personal accounts or browsers, children’s supervised devices and accounts using the Family Link app.

Filter out the junk

Teach online safety and critical thinking skills

Giving families, educators and children the skills they need to be smart and safe online requires a holistic approach. With Be Internet Awesome, educators can download an engaging curriculum on the five fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety, while families can download the Family Pledge to foster thoughtful online habits.

Teach online safety and critical thinking skills

Take the initiative to discuss healthy online habits

In an ever changing digital age, it can be hard to keep up with your kids’ online behavior. From setting ground rules on digital device usage to preventing cyberbullying, there is a whole spectrum of pertinent online safety and security topics to discuss. To get started, check out Internet Awesome Parents video series.

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