To enhance the security of your Google Password Manager, focus on account recovery options and enabling two-factor authentication.
Strengthening Your Google Password Manager Security
Here's how you can bolster the security of your saved passwords:
1. Add Recovery Information
- Purpose: Recovery information helps you regain access to your Google Account if you forget your password or lose access to your primary verification method.
- Implementation: Ensure your recovery email address and phone number are up-to-date. This provides alternative ways to verify your identity.
2. Turn on 2-Step Verification (2SV)
- What it is: 2-Step Verification adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second verification step in addition to your password.
- How it works: After entering your password, you'll be prompted for a code sent to your phone, generated by an authenticator app, or from a security key.
- Benefits: Even if someone knows your password, they won't be able to access your account without the second factor.
Additional Considerations
While not directly related to adding security, it's important to remember that Google Password Manager will only suggest strong passwords when saving passwords to your Google Account. (Reference 1) So, ensure you're using strong, unique passwords for all your accounts.
