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Want to restrict access to your Gmail? Here's how to do it

The recent controversy over accessing third-party apps to their users' Gmail account has caused Google to be criticized for undermining the privacy of those who use the service. Mountain View technology has defended itself by saying that it does not read e-mail content and that the practice is anticipated. If you are displeased with the situation, know that there is something you can do. Because Business Insider counts, you can prevent third-party applications from accessing your Gmail by deleting them through your Google account control panel. Just open a page on Chromel, click on your photo in the top right corner and go to 'Google Account'.Once on the opening page you will need to go to 'Applications with account access' in the 'Sign in and security' zone and choose 'Manage applications' in the 'Applications with access to your account' box. You will then be directed to a page that shows you all third-party apps that have access to the various Google services you use, and even the services you have subscribed to with your Google account.Choosing any app that does not look trustworthy can 'Remove access' and stop worrying about the possibility of the app / service in question accessing your account without authorization.the terms and conditions of Gmail.



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