Apple mail gmail not working

Frustrating! Let's troubleshoot the issue with Apple Mail not working with Gmail. Here are some steps to help you resolve the problem:

Check your Gmail settings

  1. Ensure that your Gmail account is set up correctly in Apple Mail. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts, select your Gmail account, and verify that the account information is correct.
  2. Check your Gmail account settings on the Google side. Go to your Gmail account settings (gear icon > See all settings) and ensure that the "Less secure app access" setting is turned on. This allows Apple Mail to access your Gmail account.

Check your Apple Mail settings

  1. In Apple Mail, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts, select your Gmail account, and click on the "Account" tab.
  2. Ensure that the "Use SSL" option is turned on. This is required for Gmail accounts.
  3. Check the "Authentication" setting. Make sure it's set to "Password" or "OAuth 2.0" (if you're using 2-factor authentication).

Check for any errors

  1. In Apple Mail, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts, select your Gmail account, and click on the "Debug" tab.
  2. Look for any error messages or warnings. If you see any errors, try to resolve them by adjusting your settings or contacting your ISP.

Try resetting your Apple Mail account

  1. In Apple Mail, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts, select your Gmail account, and click on the "Reset" button.
  2. Follow the prompts to reset your account settings.

Check for any conflicts with other email accounts

  1. If you have multiple email accounts set up in Apple Mail, try removing other accounts and see if the issue persists.
  2. If you're using a third-party email client or app, try closing it and see if Apple Mail works.

Try using IMAP instead of POP

  1. In Apple Mail, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts, select your Gmail account, and click on the "Account" tab.
  2. Change the "Account type" from POP to IMAP. This may resolve any issues with syncing your emails.

Contact Google or Apple support

If none of the above steps resolve the issue, you may want to contact Google or Apple support for further assistance. They can help you troubleshoot the problem or provide additional guidance.

I hope these steps help you resolve the issue with Apple Mail not working with Gmail!