Google tests 5GB Gmail storage limit, requires phone number for 15GB upgrade
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Andy Walker
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Summary
Google is testing a new policy that limits some users to 5GB of Gmail cloud storage, expanding it to 15GB only if they add a phone number to their account. While Google frames this as a security measure to provide a tertiary account recovery option, many users view it as a privacy concern, reluctant to link their mobile numbers to their Google accounts. A reader survey conducted by the publication reveals a deep community divide on the issue, with strong opinions on both sides.
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· 3 pulledGoogle notes that this tweak is intended to bolster user security, as the phone number could be used as a tertiary way to access and secure their account.
However, this practice feels a little sketchy, especially for those who don't want their mobile number linked to their Google accounts.
The votes and comments indicate a deep community divide.
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