{"id":28764,"date":"2024-07-18T08:23:15","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T12:23:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thundercloud.net\/infoave\/new\/?p=28764"},"modified":"2024-07-18T08:23:15","modified_gmt":"2024-07-18T12:23:15","slug":"google-is-offering-free-dark-web-monitoring-take-control-of-your-online-identity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thundercloud.net\/infoave\/new\/google-is-offering-free-dark-web-monitoring-take-control-of-your-online-identity\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Is Offering Free Dark Web Monitoring: Take Control of Your Online Identity"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Google Is Offering Free Dark Web Monitoring: Take Control of Your Online Identity<\/span><\/h2>\n

Keeping your personal information safe online is an ongoing battle. Data breaches happen all the time, and your email address, password, or other details could end up for sale on the dark web. Google now offers a free tool to help you fight back: Dark Web Monitoring<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the Dark Web?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The dark web is a hidden part of the internet that isn’t indexed by search engines. It’s often used for illegal activities, but it can also be a haven for stolen data. If your information ends up on the dark web, it could be used for identity theft, fraud, or other malicious purposes.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Does Google’s Dark Web Monitoring Work?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Google’s Dark Web Monitoring scans the dark web for any mentions of your email address. If it finds anything suspicious, you’ll receive an alert so you can take action. This could involve changing your passwords, notifying your bank, or reporting the incident to the authorities.<\/span><\/p>\n

This feature was previously only available to paying Google One subscribers. Now, Google is making it free for everyone with a Google Account. This is significant because it makes online security more accessible to everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Check Your Dark Web Monitoring Report:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n