Google Docs and Google Drive services are as safe as you make them, and that can be said about most – if not all – online services that you use.
One article stated that But like every other piece of useful technology, Google Docs can cause unwanted security and privacy problems. The convenience of Google Docs often leads users to let their guard down and ignore security issues.
Google Docs isn’t the best place to store your confidential files if you’re not encrypting them. Although you’re unlikely to come in contact with a hacker, many users still fear the risk. If you’re only working with low-risk shared files, then it’s not too bad of a situation.
1 A few notes on Google Docs security. Before we delve into our Google Docs security tips, some clarification is necessary. 2 Don’t use Google Docs link sharing unless you absolutely must. 3 Use Google Groups if you want to mass share. 5 keep your google account secure, or 4 turn off editor sharing rights are a few additional things to keep in mind.
Bad use of Google Docs link sharing is a perfect example of “security through obscurity” gone wrong. In many cases users turn on link sharing because the people they want to work with don’t have a Google Account. In explicit sharing mode, Google Docs requires each user who wants to access a document to have a Google Account.
Can Google do anything with your content on Google Docs?
It sounds like Google says that it can do anything with the content you create and store on Google Docs. Google claims that the company has no intention of exploiting user-generated content. The Google Docs FAQ states that users retain all ownership rights to their own materials.
Is your data safe on Google?
According to its Ts&Cs Google promises to keep your data and files safe. However, there’s only so much Google can actually do to keep your files safe, and eventually, there may be an element of risk. The truth is, we are human and we make mistakes.