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Google Chrome users report random sign-outs from accounts on desktop
Key points
- Chrome users report random sign-outs from Google accounts.
- Issue affects desktop browser, not mobile apps.
- No clear pattern or cause identified.
- Google has not formally acknowledged the problem.
Random Sign-Outs Reported
Users of Google Chrome's desktop browser have been experiencing an issue over the last two months where they are randomly signed out of their Google accounts. This problem has been noted by multiple users and members of the 9to5Google team.
Impact on User Experience
Being signed out of a Google account in Chrome affects more than just access to Google services; it also disables synchronization for browser data like history and bookmarks. This disruption has led to user frustration.
Unidentified Cause and Scope
The cause of these random sign-outs is currently unknown, with reports indicating varying frequencies, from every few hours to weekly. The issue appears to be limited to the desktop version of Chrome, with mobile applications remaining unaffected. Some users suggest it might be related to having multiple Google accounts signed into the same Chrome profile.
Lack of Official Acknowledgment
Despite scattered reports across the web, Google has not yet formally acknowledged this issue. The lack of official communication leaves users without a clear understanding of the problem or potential solutions.
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Some Google Chrome users have reported being randomly signed out of their Google accounts on the desktop browser over the past two months. This issue disrupts account sync for history and bookmarks, and Google has not yet formally acknowledged it.