{
  "id": 19673905,
  "title": "How to set up Google's new selfie sign-in to bypass passwords entirely",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/how-to-set-up-googles-new-selfie-sign-in-to-bypass-passwords-entirely",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-12T16:00:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Android Police",
    "slug": "android-police",
    "url": "https://www.androidpolice.com/how-to-set-up-googles-new-selfie-sign-in-to-bypass-passwords-entirely/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "When you're locked out of your Google account, setting up Google's selfie sign-in feature can provide a way to regain access without passwords. This feature requires setup beforehand and cannot be enabled after your account has been locked. Before attempting to set up selfie sign-in, ensure you're signed in to the correct Google account you wish to protect. For best results, record the selfie video in a well-lit area with no other faces or objects in the frame. If your computer lacks a webcam, a QR code will guide you through the process using your phone. However, note that the selfie sign-in feature may not be available for all accounts or regions, and it's not offered for Workspace accounts, child accounts, or . You can delete the video from the Selfie video page in your Google account settings if you change your mind. Google encrypts and stores your selfie video to compare against future recovery attempts. While Google may retain your video for a time if you've violated their policies, it deletes the new clip after verification. Despite potential privacy concerns, enabling selfie sign-in adds an extra layer of account recovery beyond passwords, two-factor authentication, and backup codes.",
  "summary": "Do it before you lose access to your Google account",
  "key_points": [
    "Enable Google's selfie sign-in before account lockout",
    "Record selfie video in well-lit, unobstructed area",
    "Video encrypted and deleted after account verification"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}