Google has announced a new storage policy that affects new Gmail accounts, offering 5GB of free storage instead of the usual 15GB. This change is part of a testing phase aimed at enhancing user account security and improving data recovery options. Users who add a phone number to their new Gmail account can unlock the full 15GB of free storage. However, Google has not specified which regions are included in this testing. Existing Gmail accounts that already have a phone number linked will retain their 15GB of free storage, which is shared across Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Photos. The company's support page has been updated to indicate that each Google Account now includes up to 15GB of storage, rather than a guaranteed amount. This move is seen as a strategy to encourage users to secure their accounts while ensuring that Google can continue to provide a high-quality storage service.