Google Introduces Selfie Video Login to Simplify Account Recovery

Google has launched a new authentication method allowing users to log into their accounts using a short selfie video. This feature aims to ease account access recovery when passwords are forgotten. During setup, users record a brief video moving their heads as directed on screen, similar to Apple's Face ID but using a standard camera. Google states the video is encrypted and stored securely in the cloud, used solely for identity verification, and can be deleted anytime via account settings. This method serves as an alternative when passwords or authentication apps are unavailable, adding an extra security layer. The rollout is gradual worldwide, and currently, the feature is not yet accessible to all users, including those in Israel.