Google has launched a new login feature allowing users to authenticate their accounts using selfie videos.This option adds another layer of biometric verification, complementing existing methods like facial recognition via phone unlock or passkey logins.The system requires users to turn their head in specific ways during verification to prevent impersonation attempts, such as deepfake videos.Videos are encrypted and stored for future logins but can be deleted from Google accounts at any time.However, the feature is currently unavailable for Workspace accounts, child accounts, and those enrolled in Google's Advanced Protection Program.Users can set it up via g.co/signin-selfie.

While some users praise the innovation as a more convenient alternative to SMS-based 2FA, others express concerns about security risks, including the potential for AI-generated deepfakes to bypass authentication.Critics also highlight the lack of recovery options if compromised accounts are accessed through stolen facial data.The move has sparked debates about the balance between convenience and security in digital identity verification.