Tag: Identity Check Feature

For compatible Android smartphones, Google has introduced a new feature called Identity Check that, while not in trusted locations, locks sensitive settings behind biometric authentication. In a post announcing the change, Google stated that when you activate Identity Check, your device would need explicit biometric authentication to access specific sensitive resources while you're not in trusted places. In order to stop unauthorized people from taking over any Google Account that is logged in on the device, Identity Check is also made to activate stronger protection for Google Accounts read more about Android's New Identity Check Feature Locks Device Settings Outside Trusted Locations. Get up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and enhance your knowledge of cybersecurity wi...