Apple mail gmail not working 2021

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 setting allows less secure apps 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
     • User Name: 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 on your Gmail account, try disabling it temporarily to see if it resolves the issue.
5. Check your email client's settings:
   • Ensure that your email client is set up correctly and that you're using the correct login credentials.
6. Try sending a test email:
   • Send a test email from Apple Mail to your Gmail account to see if it goes through successfully.
7. Check your Gmail account's spam folder:
   • Check your Gmail account's spam folder to see if the emails are being flagged as spam.
8. Reset your Apple Mail settings:
   • If none of the above steps work, try resetting your Apple Mail settings by going to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Gmail account] > Reset.

Additional tips:

• If you're using a third-party email client or app, try using the official Gmail app or the Gmail web interface to send emails.
• If you're still having issues, try contacting your email provider's support team for further assistance.

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