Gmail Introduces 'Selfie Video' Feature for Account Recovery Without Phone Number or Recovery Code

To solve the common dilemma of losing access to Gmail accounts when standard recovery options fail, Google has introduced a new 'Selfie Video' feature designed to authenticate users through facial video verification.

Key Highlights:
- How It Works: Users record a short reference video during setup using their selfie camera. When attempting to recover a password later without standard sign-in options, Google prompts the user to record a live video to match against the reference file.
- Advanced Security & Anti-Deepfake: Google emphasized that the system requires a live recording—rejecting static photos or pre-recorded videos—and incorporates multi-layered security capable of identifying and blocking deepfake videos.