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The lists that show everything Google knows about you
Big Tech companies make it their business to get close and personal with you. Google is an especially ardent admirer. It knows more than some of the people closest to you. Weird to think about, huh?
It goes far beyond where you live, your age, interests and favorite stores. We’ve got the goods on three lists showing some of the data Google collects.
1. A painfully accurate look at where you’ve been
Google Maps knows all the countries, cities and attractions you’ve visited. If you have Location History enabled on your Google account, take a trip down memory lane with the Google Maps Timeline.
This feature shows where you traveled in the past, down to the specific time and route you took.
How to check your Google Maps Timeline on a computer
- Log into your Google account, then open Google Maps.
- Click the hamburger menu in the top-left corner.
- Choose Your Timeline > Your Places > Visited.
How to check your Google Maps Timeline on your iPhone or Android
- Open the Google Maps app.
- Tap your profile or initials > Your Timeline.
Now that you’ve walked down memory lane, you might want to rethink your settings.
How to pause Location History
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1920 video footage restored
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Why is blinking required to walk?
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How the U.S. caught a Chinese spy
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The legendary song that became the Rick Roll
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