Think about all the things you do on Google's platforms - searching on Chrome, emailing on Gmail, navigating with Google Maps, watching videos on YouTube, and more. It's a lot, right? Google collects a vast amount of data from your activities, and while some people might be okay with that, others might not be so comfortable.The good news is that Google provides a comprehensive dashboard where you can see what data they've collected and delete it if you want to. You can also stop them from collecting data in the future or set it to auto-delete after a certain period.
Here's how to do it:
1. Find your data: Go to your Google account page, sign in, and click on "Data and privacy" on the left. Then, select "History settings" and click on "My Activity" at the bottom.
2. Delete your data: You can delete your data manually by clicking on "Delete" next to each entry or by selecting a range of dates or products to delete. You can also click on "Always" to delete everything.
3. Auto-delete and turn off data collection: If you want Google to auto-delete your data or stop collecting data altogether, go to the "Web and app activity," "Location History," or "YouTube History" pages and select "Turn off" or "Choose an auto-delete option.
Remember, there are some trade-offs to consider. If you delete your data, you might not get personalized recommendations or directions to your favorite coffee shop. But it's your choice, and Google will respect that.
So, take control of your data today and decide what you're comfortable with. Google might want to collect your data, but you have the power to say no."
Source: TheVerge
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