Update, Dec. 07, 2024: This story, originally published Dec. 05, has been updated with examples of the kind of cyber-attacks used by hackers and scammers to lock you out of your Gmail account. A Dec.

Update, Dec. 16, 2024: This story, originally published Dec. 14 now includes additional advice on how to securely recover a forgotten username and password to an inactive Gmail account to prevent ...

In today’s digital age, your Gmail account isn’t just for emails—it’s the gateway to your photos, personal data, bank logins, work documents, and social media. If someone gains access to your Gmail, ...