You’re just a few clicks away from seeing everything you’ve shared with Google. Do you have the courage

The North American giant knows more than meets the eye, and it’s scary to see it on paper.

With every breath you take, every move you make, every connection you follow, every step you take, Google watches and listens to you -even if you don’t want to keep it in mind- but do you know how to see exactly what data it collects? I just stumbled upon this Business Insider article a few years ago and after opening my own. pandora’s shared databox I think it’s the most logical with an eye that knows everything and leaves a tremendous impact. you are experiencing the same.

This is what he has to live in a world dominated by GAFAM (Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon and Microsoft). happens behind the scenes of your internet interactions. So, no matter what you do, Google always collects all kinds of data: addresses, contacts, bookmarks, browsing histories, places, tastes, ideology, etc. If you want to know exactly what it is aimed at and how to configure it, read on.

Two methods to view your data shared with Google

Google Dashboard: Your Life in a Menu

It’s easy to see a quick summary of your activity, check your trips, emails, browsing history, news feeds, manage your payment methods, etc. The first method is to click here on the Google Dashboard. you can here review and download all data, and I can assure you that what you will see will surprise you… for better or for worse. This is also where you can remove services (YouTube, Gmail, Stadia etc).

account management panel

The second way to access your information is through your account’s administration panel or configuration. To do this, simply follow these instructions:

It’s on this page that you can delve even deeper into this collection of “googler” secrets and traditions. you’ll see you just can’t see detailed search historiesit also provides access from apps that are somehow affiliated with Google, what subjects do you like (which determines the type of ads you’ll see later), the devices you use, your ad settings…

On the other hand, if you go all the way you will see the options. Delete your account and create what they call a “digital inheritance plan”. The first is obvious, but you may not know the second. It is an activating mechanism. when a certain amount of time has passed without showing signs of life. Obviously, this is a function of transferring your credentials and account privileges to a second person in case of your death. Sad to end this reference article like this, butEverything before Google won’t talk about feeling naked!

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