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Google has revamped its Results About You tool, which lets you control how your personal information appears in Search. The updated tool makes it easier to request the removal of personal information, ...

Google's services are powered by data collection. It can be helpful in some cases and too invasive in others. Here's how to check what you're sharing and adjust the privacy settings on your account.