If Google finds out, it could block you or ask for authentication. There are many types of malware that hide in the background and send numerous requests without the user finding out (for a DDoS attack, maybe). If the authentication requests are too frequent or Google isn’t letting you use the search engine, then your PC might be infected. Now click on the blue toggle button next to “ Web & App Activity” to disable it. If you are ready to disable activity recording, then go to this Google Activity Controls page and log into your Google account. There is no reliable proof that Google actually uses this data to look for bots. Note: You don’t have to do this as it’s an experiment that seems to be working for me. Overall, it’s a good long-term solution to keep Google authentication of your way.

I think Google uses this recorded data to look for bots. However, after disabling it, Google hasn’t asked me to authenticate yet. This is a rather bold step and it will stop Google from recording your searches and providing custom results. Disable Google Web and App activity recording You can go through step #1 again to confirm. This will renew your IP address and it should be changed. Step #4: Once the process completes, type “ ipconfig/renew” and hit Enter. The process will take a few seconds to complete. Step #3: Now type “ ipconfig/release” and hit Enter. Step #2: Press Windows+R keys and type cmd in the Run dialog to open Command Prompt. Record this IP address somewhere so you can later confirm if it is changed or not. Step #1: Type what’s my IP in Google search (if it’s usable) to see your current public IP. Note: The below instructions are for Windows PCs only. But if the below instructions don’t change your IP, then you might have a static IP and you must contact your ISP to get it changed. Most users have a dynamic IP address, which isn’t hard to switch. Changing your IP address might help as well. Google might have marked your IP address as suspicious, which is why you are getting authentication request frequently. Check other solutions here for a permanent fix. It’s not a reliable solution as you may need a VPN, but it is an issue you should be aware of. If this is happening to you while using a VPN, then it’s probably because of the VPN. While using a VPN Google is extra careful as most bot users try to hide their tracks using a VPN.

Many a time I faced this authentication issue while using a VPN and messing with LinkedIn profiles. Afterward, click on “ Clear Browsing Data” to delete all the cookies.Īfter deleting cookies, try searching again and Google should not disturb you. Step #4: Select “ Cookies and other site data” option and deselect all the others. Step #3: Scroll further and click on “ Clear browsing data”. Step #2: Now scroll down and click on “ Advanced” to open advanced settings. Step #1: Click on the top-right menu and select “ Settings”.

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