Google renews its app with personalization and enhanced security

Published on May 15, 2026 | Translated from Spanish

The latest update to the Google app arrives with a clear focus: adapting to each user and protecting their information. The new tools allow you to adjust the interface and results according to preferences, while security features reinforce control over personal data. A step towards a more flexible and private experience, without much fanfare.

A smartphone shows the renewed Google app, with a customizable interface and a bright security shield, alongside visible privacy settings and protected data.

Technical changes for finer control 🔧

Among the new features, a customization panel stands out, allowing you to modify themes, shortcuts, and the news feed. In the security section, a more granular permission manager and notifications about third-party access have been incorporated. Google has also updated its search engine to offer contextual suggestions without exposing sensitive data. Everything works natively, without relying on external add-ons.

Now Google knows what you want before you do 🤖

The app knows you so well that if you think about pizza, it's already showing you the nearest pizzeria. But don't worry: the new security will alert you if a friend tries to view your meme search history. Of course, the privacy button won't stop Google from remembering that time you searched for how to plant a cactus on Mars. All for your own good, naturally.