The third one concerns your Google Account, and asks you to change your password, check the list of websites that are authorized to access your Google Account data and update your account recovery options.

The second one advises you to check your browser for plug-ins, extensions, and third-party programs that require access to your Google Account credentials and to make sure your browser is up to date. The first one reminds you to check for viruses and malware, make sure your operating system is up to date and to perform regular software updates. Every now and then, Google adds tools and issues warnings that are meant to help its users feel and stay safe while using their offerings – the recent warning to Gmail users whose account was accessed from IP addresses pointing to China is an example of this continuing effort.Īlso very recently, Google introduced a security checklist for Gmail users, which can be accessed by following the Help link in the account, then clicking on the offered appropriate link in the left column: