Apple mail keeps asking for gmail password
That's frustrating!
Apple Mail asking for your Gmail password can be caused by a few reasons. Here are some possible solutions to help you resolve the issue:
- Check your Gmail account settings: Ensure that your Gmail account is set up correctly in Apple Mail. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Gmail Account], and make sure the account is set up as an IMAP account. Also, check that the password is correct and up-to-date.
- Update your Gmail password: If you've recently changed your Gmail password, make sure to update it in Apple Mail as well. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Gmail Account], and click on "Edit Account" to update the password.
- Disable and re-enable the account: Try disabling and re-enabling your Gmail account in Apple Mail. Go to Mail > Preferences > Accounts > [Your Gmail Account], and click on the minus (-) button to remove the account. Then, go back to the Accounts list and click the "+" button to add the account again.
- Check for conflicts with other email accounts: If you have multiple email accounts set up in Apple Mail, try removing other accounts and see if the issue persists. This can help you identify if there's a conflict between accounts.
- Reset Apple Mail's password cache: Sometimes, Apple Mail's password cache can get corrupted, causing issues like this. To reset the cache, go to Terminal (in Applications/Utilities) and type the following command:
defaults delete com.apple.mail Passwords. Then, restart Apple Mail. - Check for software updates: Ensure that your Mac and Apple Mail are up-to-date. Sometimes, updates can resolve issues like this.
- Try using a different email client: If none of the above solutions work, you can try using a different email client, such as Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, to see if the issue persists.
If none of these solutions work, you may want to reach out to Apple Support or Gmail Support for further assistance.