Cybersecurity
Google shows several sessions for one device? Review the details before deciding
Understand repeated device entries in your Google Account, interpret session times, and respond safely to unfamiliar access.
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Category: Cybersecurity
Protect your accounts and devices with practical guides to phishing, passkeys, malware prevention, safer browsing and what to do after a suspected compromise.
Cybersecurity
Unexpected Google sign-in prompt or verification code? What to do next
Know how to respond to an unexpected Google approval prompt, activity alert, or text code, and check your account for unfamiliar access.
Cybersecurity
Chrome searches going to the wrong website? Check what changed
Check Chrome’s search settings, recent extensions, and unwanted software when searches redirect unexpectedly, and understand what a browser reset will change.
Cybersecurity
Protect yourself from phishing: five habits before you click
Build a practical phishing defence with independent checks, stronger sign-ins, updated devices, and a clear response when a message seems wrong.
Cybersecurity
Keep your devices updated: a simple patching routine for home and work
Create an update routine for computers, phones, apps, and routers, including restarts and support checks that automatic updates can miss.
Cybersecurity
Think you have been compromised? Where to turn for help
Find the right first contact for a hacked account, suspect device, payment fraud, or identity theft, with official Canadian and U.S. recovery…
Cybersecurity
Which websites can use your camera or location? Review Chrome permissions
Check Chrome’s saved camera, microphone, and location permissions, remove access you no longer need, and test trusted sites one change at a…
Cybersecurity
Check your Google account recovery details before you need them
Review your recovery phone and email while you can still sign in, and check that your recovery options remain accessible before changing…
Cybersecurity
Which apps can access your Google account? Review old connections
Review connected apps, understand what access they have, and remove permissions you no longer need without confusing access removal with account deletion.
Cybersecurity
QR code scams: what to check before you scan
Spot suspicious QR codes, inspect destination links, and use trusted alternatives before sharing passwords or payment details.