Google Plus shutting down - PF

Thread starter Greg Bernhardt
Start date Mar 16, 2019

In summary, Google Plus PF was a feature on Google Plus that allowed users to track and manage their personal finances. However, due to low usage and security concerns, Google decided to shut down Google Plus and all its features, including PF. The shutdown date for all Google Plus features was April 2nd, 2019, and all personal finance data on Google Plus PF has been deleted and is no longer accessible. It is advised to download and save any important data before the shutdown date. There are alternative personal finance management tools available, such as Mint, Personal Capital, and Quicken, that users can research and choose from.

Mar 16, 2019

Greg Bernhardt

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As many already know Google Plus is shutting down April 2nd. This of course means the PF G+ page is closing. Please stay in the loop by starting or continuing to follow PF via our other social pages found on the bottom of the homepage sidebar. Thanks!

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Mar 29, 2019

Greg Bernhardt

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You have 3 more days to stop following us on G+ and start following us on other social media!

1. What is Google Plus?

Google Plus was a social networking platform created by Google in 2011. It allowed users to connect with friends, join communities, and share content such as photos and videos.

2. Why is Google Plus shutting down?

In October 2018, Google announced that it would be shutting down Google Plus due to low usage and security concerns. In December 2018, a bug was discovered that exposed the private information of over 50 million users, leading to an earlier shutdown date of April 2019.

3. How will the shutdown affect users?

Users will no longer be able to access their Google Plus accounts or post new content. All Google Plus pages and communities will be deleted, and any photos and videos stored on the platform will be deleted as well. However, users can download their data before the shutdown date.

4. Will other Google services be affected by the shutdown?

No, the shutdown of Google Plus will not affect other Google services such as Gmail, Google Drive, or Google Photos. However, some Google services such as YouTube may no longer have the option to share content directly to Google Plus.

5. What alternatives are available for Google Plus users?

Some popular alternatives to Google Plus include Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Reddit. These platforms offer similar features such as connecting with friends, joining communities, and sharing content. Users can also explore other niche social networks that cater to their specific interests.