google Google Accelerates Google+ Shutdown After New API Bug Exposes 52.5 Million Users Google speeds up the closure of consumer Google+ to April 2019 after discovering a software bug that exposes the profile data of 52.5 million users. The company states that no third parties compromised its systems or misused the exposed information.
google plus Google+ Officially Disappears as Company Deletes All Remaining User Data Google is permanently erasing all Google+ accounts and data, marking the final end of its long-struggling social network. The platform ultimately fails due to low engagement, forced YouTube integrations, and a massive data exposure cover-up.
google Google Sets April 2 Shutdown Date for Consumer Google+ Accounts Google announces it will completely shut down the consumer version of Google+ and begin deleting all user content on April 2. Enterprise users will retain access to the platform, while the associated APIs go offline on March 7.
google plus Google+ Consumer Shutdown Set for April 2nd After Security Issues Google confirms that the consumer version of Google+ officially shuts down on April 2nd, accelerating the timeline after recent security bugs. Users have a narrow window to download their photos and posts before permanent deletion begins.