It’s no secret that most companies want to track what consumers do and like. This is especially true for anyone online.
As the joke goes, your browser history says more about you than any autobiography. So, what exactly does Google know about you? AdmiGram.com uncovers some facts that might genuinely surprise you.
What Does Google Know About Me
Your Google Profile
Google builds a profile with your basic info — like age, gender, and interests — to show you relevant ads. You can check your profile here:
https://myaccount.google.com/profile
Location History
If you use a device with location services turned on, Google maps your movements with incredible accuracy. See your travel history here:
https://www.google.com/maps/timeline
Google Search History
Google saves your search queries and tracks the ads you click on. You can access all of this here:
Devices Accessing Your Account
Worried someone else is using your account? You can view a list of all devices that have logged into your Google account, along with their IP addresses and locations:
https://myaccount.google.com/device-activity
Apps and Extensions with Access to Your Data
Google keeps a close eye on which apps have access to your info. This is a great way to see what permissions third-party programs have and revoke them if needed:
https://myaccount.google.com/connections
Google Takeout
You can export and download all your data—including bookmarks, emails, contacts, calendars, Google Drive files, YouTube videos, and photos:
https://takeout.google.com/settings/takeout
Voice and Audio History
If you use voice commands, Google saves them under the “Voice and Audio” section on your My Activity page. You can actually listen back to everything you’ve ever said to Google:
