Summary
TLDR: Google is not shutting down Gmail, despite a hoax spread on Twitter. The hoax was fueled by Google’s history of shutting down products. It’s a good idea to back up important emails, but Gmail is not going away.
Key Points
1. Google is not shutting down Gmail, despite a hoax that spread on social media claiming otherwise.
2. The hoax originated on Twitter and quickly gained traction, leading to confusion and panic among users.
3. Google’s history of discontinuing products and services quickly made the Gmail shutdown hoax seem believable, but the company has not confirmed any such plans.