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One login to rule them all: Should you sign in with Google or Facebook on other websites?

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Feed Name: WeLiveSecurity (ESET Research)

Date Published: 2023-10-23

Date Updated: 2026-05-01

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This article explains the pros and cons of using social logins (SSO) like Google or Facebook for third-party sites, highlighting convenience versus risks such as account takeover exposure, data sharing, and digital footprint sprawl. It advises enabling 2FA on primary accounts, carefully managing app permissions, considering standalone accounts with password managers for sensitive services, and using safer payment methods, while offering alternatives like disposable emails and government IDs.

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