Google's new digital weapon: Scammers' tricks won't work anymore, Safety Charter launched in India..

Cases of online fraud are increasing continuously in the country, where every day thousands of people are falling prey to phishing websites, fake apps, and scam calls. In such an environment, Google has started a special security initiative for India. The company has launched a new cyber safety guideline called 'Google Safety Charter', which aims to keep users safe on the Internet and maintain trust on digital platforms.

What is Google Safety Charter?

Google Safety Charter is a digital security policy, which has been prepared especially keeping in mind Indian users. Its purpose is to make the Internet more secure, protect people from fraud and scams, and create a responsible digital environment.

Under this charter, Google will give priority to those apps and websites that follow the security, transparency, and clear permission policy of user data. Apart from this, Google is implementing new systems on the Play Store that will be able to identify and block fake, duplicate and financial fraud apps in time. Along with this, the company will also send warnings, suggestions and safety alerts to users from time to time for safe browsing.

Why is this initiative important for India?

Along with the rapidly growing digital payments and online services in India, cases of cyber fraud have also increased to dangerous levels. Fake KYC calls, incidents of stealing money by clicking on links and phishing attacks through WhatsApp or SMS have become common. In such a situation, this initiative of Google is a big and necessary step to keep Indian users safe online.

Which apps will be part of this initiative?

Google said that many popular financial and payment apps like PhonePe, Paytm and Bajaj Finserv will be part of this charter. These companies will add additional security and transparency features to their platforms to make the experience more secure for the users.

Google will soon give the “Safety Verified” tag to those apps on the Play Store that will follow this safety charter. Users have been advised to check the rating, download number and permission information of any app before downloading it. Also, it will be necessary to take the safety notification received from Google seriously.

Through this new initiative, users will be able to trust apps that meet Google's security standards. This will ensure the safety of their personal information and money. It will also be easier to identify fake and fraudulent apps, which will give users a more secure experience on the Internet.

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