Sign in With Google or Apple: Safe or Risky?
The “Sign in with Google” and “Sign in with Apple” buttons are everywhere. They are convenient, but are they a good idea?
The benefits
- No new password to create or leak.
- Strong security from the big provider, including 2FA and breach detection.
- Apple can hide your real email address.
- Easy to revoke access later.
The risks
- If that main account is compromised, many others are exposed.
- You may share profile data with the app.
- Account lockouts could cut you off from many services.
How to use it wisely
Use single sign-on for low-risk sites and keep separate logins for banking and critical accounts. Protect the main account with a passkey or security key, and review connected apps regularly.
Key takeaway: Single sign-on is usually safer than a weak reused password. Make sure the account behind it is very well protected.
