Google Maps has become an essential tool in our daily lives, but it collects much more data than just pinpointing locations, which raises privacy issues. To protect your personal information, there are 5 important settings you should check and adjust immediately:
First, “location history”; This log keeps an accurate record of the places you have visited, and it is recommended to activate the “auto-delete” feature every three months.
Secondly, the “timeline” that displays the path of your daily movements, and you can disable it to ensure that your previous movements are not recorded.
Third, “location sharing”; You should make sure not to activate this feature with people who you do not need to constantly share your location with.
Fourth, “customize ads” based on geographical locations, and this can be limited through account settings.
Finally, “access to camera and microphone.” It is best to restrict these permissions so that they are only available while using the application.
These measures are necessary to reduce the app’s ability to track you “more than you think,” giving you greater control over your digital security and personal information.
