How to connect gmail with phone numberfor open gmail mail
To connect your Gmail account with your phone number, you'll need to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) and set up a verification process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Prerequisites:
- You have a Gmail account.
- You have a phone with a valid phone number.
Step 1: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- Log in to your Gmail account.
- Click on the gear icon () in the upper right corner.
- Select "See all settings."
- Scroll down to the "Sign-in & security" section.
- Click on "2-Step Verification."
- Click on "Get started."
- Follow the prompts to set up 2FA using your phone number.
Step 2: Set up Verification
- You'll receive a verification code on your phone.
- Enter the verification code in the Gmail settings page.
- Click "Next."
- You'll be asked to set up a backup verification method (e.g., Google Authenticator app).
- Choose your preferred method and follow the prompts.
Step 3: Connect Your Phone Number
- Go back to the Gmail settings page.
- Scroll down to the "Sign-in & security" section.
- Click on "Phone number."
- Enter your phone number and click "Next."
- You'll receive a verification code on your phone.
- Enter the verification code in the Gmail settings page.
- Click "Next."
Step 4: Verify Your Phone Number
- You'll receive a text message with a verification code.
- Enter the verification code in the Gmail settings page.
- Click "Next."
- Your phone number is now linked to your Gmail account.
What's next?
- You can now use your phone number to sign in to your Gmail account.
- You'll receive a verification code on your phone whenever you sign in to your Gmail account.
- You can also use your phone number to recover your Gmail account if you forget your password.
Tips:
- Make sure to keep your phone number and verification codes secure to prevent unauthorized access to your Gmail account.
- You can always disable 2FA and phone number verification if you prefer not to use them.
- If you're having trouble setting up 2FA or phone number verification, you can contact Google support for assistance.