Google adds a "selfie video" to account sign-in methods, making recovery easier when locked out

Google is adding a new account recovery option that uses selfie video for identity verification.

The system will compare the video with a registered clip, check motion, and use existing fraud detection to confirm the user.

This could help people regain access when passwords or devices are unavailable, but it raises privacy and impersonation concerns.

Google says the videos will be encrypted and stored securely.