Globat mail settings
Here are the common settings for setting up a Gmail account on a global mail client:
Incoming Mail Server:
- Server:
imap.gmail.com
- Port:
993
(SSL) or143
(TLS) - Username: Your full Gmail address (e.g.,
[email protected]
) - Password: Your Gmail password
Outgoing Mail Server:
- Server:
smtp.gmail.com
- Port:
587
(TLS) or465
(SSL) - Username: Your full Gmail address (e.g.,
[email protected]
) - Password: Your Gmail password
Additional Settings:
- Authentication: Use
PLAIN
orLOGIN
authentication - Encryption: Use
TLS
orSSL
encryption - Connection: Use
STARTTLS
orTLS
connection
Notes:
- Make sure to enable "Less secure app access" in your Google Account settings if you're using 2-Step Verification.
- If you're using a custom domain with Gmail, you may need to use a different incoming and outgoing mail server.
- Some email clients may require additional settings, such as a "Server" or "Host" field, which can be set to
imap.gmail.com
orsmtp.gmail.com
.
Here are some examples of how to set up Gmail on popular email clients:
- Microsoft Outlook: Setup Gmail in Outlook
- Mozilla Thunderbird: Setup Gmail in Thunderbird
- Apple Mail: Setup Gmail in Apple Mail
- Android Email App: Setup Gmail on Android
Remember to check your email client's documentation for specific setup instructions, as the process may vary slightly depending on the client you're using.