This is an article about protecting your Authorized Buyers account against malware and phishing.
Security threats include when you:
- May have malware on your computer
- Click a suspicious link
- Reply to a phishing email and provide your account information
We suggest that you follow these steps to protect your account.
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Malware is malicious software that tries to steal sensitive information from your computer, sends spam, or commits fraud. Your Authorized Buyers account can become compromised if you have malware on your system.
Phishing emails are fraudulent emails that appear to come from Google, but aren't from Google. These emails sometimes ask you to enter your billing information or account details in order to trick you into sharing your personal information.
Scan your computer for malware
Change your password
To protect yourself from account security issues, be aware of suspicious emails or websites, and report any phishing attempts to us immediately.
Learn more about malware prevention.