Apple mail gmail not working 2019

The frustration of not being able to send emails between Apple Mail and Gmail! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue.

Common causes:

1. Authentication issues: Apple Mail might not be able to authenticate with your Gmail account, causing emails to bounce back.
2. SMTP settings: Incorrect SMTP settings in Apple Mail might prevent emails from being sent to Gmail.
3. Two-factor authentication (2FA): If you have 2FA enabled on your Gmail account, Apple Mail might not be able to authenticate correctly.
4. Gmail's security settings: Gmail's security settings might be blocking emails from Apple Mail due to suspicious activity.

Troubleshooting steps:

1. Check your Gmail account settings:
   • Ensure that your Gmail account is set up correctly in Apple Mail.
   • Check your Gmail account's settings to ensure that "Less secure app access" is enabled. This allows Apple Mail to access your account.
2. Verify your SMTP settings:
   • In Apple Mail, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Gmail account] > Advanced.
   • Ensure that the SMTP settings are correct:
     • Server: smtp.gmail.com
     • Port: 587
     • Authentication: Password
     • Username: Your Gmail address
     • Password: Your Gmail password
3. Enable IMAP:
   • In Apple Mail, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Gmail account] > Advanced.
   • Ensure that IMAP is enabled.
4. Disable 2FA temporarily:
   • If you have 2FA enabled, try disabling it temporarily to see if it resolves the issue.
5. Check your Gmail account's security settings:
   • Log in to your Gmail account and check the "Less secure app access" setting.
   • Ensure that "Allow less secure apps" is enabled.
6. Reset your Apple Mail account:
   • In Apple Mail, go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Gmail account] > Advanced.
   • Click "Reset" to reset your account settings.
7. Contact your ISP:
   • If you're using a proxy server or your ISP's email settings, try contacting your ISP to see if there are any issues with their email servers.

Additional tips:

• Make sure you're using the correct email address and password in Apple Mail.
• Try sending a test email from Apple Mail to a different email address to see if the issue is specific to Gmail.
• If none of the above steps resolve the issue, try resetting your Apple Mail account or seeking assistance from Apple Support.

I hope these troubleshooting steps help you resolve the issue with Apple Mail and Gmail!