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Recall in October of last year when Google declared the discontinuation of Google+ due to a user data breach, initially set for August 2019? However, in December, another severe security flaw was discovered, prompting the Mountain View giant to close Google+ earlier than planned, specifically in April 2019 instead of the previously announced August.
Google+ officially bids farewell as it ceases operations on April 2nd
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Today, Google has officially announced the shutdown of Google+ on April 2nd. The company will begin deleting user profiles and all data stored on them, including images. Users are advised to access important data on Google+ before April 2nd. Additionally, the search giant revealed that the Google+ API will be officially discontinued on March 7th.
For business users, Google will continue to invest in and maintain the Google+ platform for G Suite customers.
Explaining the decision to discontinue Google+, Google stated that low user numbers on the platform, coupled with security concerns, were the primary factors. Finally, users are recommended to restore their data on their profiles or on Google+ pages before April 2nd.
Beyond being a massive data repository on the internet, Google's services prove highly beneficial for users, such as Gmail and Drive. With just a Google account, you can engage in these services, especially for Android users. Explore how to create a Google account here.
Logging out of your Google account on devices after use is the best security measure for your account information and activities. Make sure to log out of Google on your computer and mobile devices after storing files or creating online Word and Excel files.
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