More security options are being made available to Google One users through dark web monitoring and VPN access.
Google VPN is not what you think!
Google One, Google’s cloud storage subscription service, is getting a number of additional security perks in most of its membership plans. These additions include VPN access at no extra cost and a new way to track where your personal information ends up online.
VPN by Google One was previously included in the Premium plan (along with other benefits), but is now also included in the Basic and Standard plans. As with VPNs in general, this means an extra layer of protection for your internet activity via a hidden IP address and shielding your identity from trackers. All countries that currently support VPN by Google One are included, and you can share access with up to five additional users if you all share the same Google One account.
The new “dark web report,” on the other hand, lets you choose what personal information you want to keep an eye on. When enabled and configured, it will scan known dark web locations for the information you select, and if it finds anything, you’ll be notified along with a suggested course of action. It’s worth remembering that the feature doesn’t actively protect your information from the dark web, it just helps you monitor whether it’s being shared there.