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:

  1. You have a Gmail account.
  2. You have a phone with a valid phone number.

Step 1: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

  1. Log in to your Gmail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the upper right corner.
  3. Select "See all settings."
  4. Scroll down to the "Sign-in & security" section.
  5. Click on "2-Step Verification."
  6. Click on "Get started."
  7. Follow the prompts to set up 2FA using your phone number.

Step 2: Set up Verification

  1. You'll receive a verification code on your phone.
  2. Enter the verification code in the Gmail settings page.
  3. Click "Next."
  4. You'll be asked to set up a backup verification method (e.g., Google Authenticator app).
  5. Choose your preferred method and follow the prompts.

Step 3: Connect Your Phone Number

  1. Go back to the Gmail settings page.
  2. Scroll down to the "Sign-in & security" section.
  3. Click on "Phone number."
  4. Enter your phone number and click "Next."
  5. You'll receive a verification code on your phone.
  6. Enter the verification code in the Gmail settings page.
  7. Click "Next."

Step 4: Verify Your Phone Number

  1. You'll receive a text message with a verification code.
  2. Enter the verification code in the Gmail settings page.
  3. Click "Next."
  4. Your phone number is now linked to your Gmail account.

What's next?

  1. You can now use your phone number to sign in to your Gmail account.
  2. You'll receive a verification code on your phone whenever you sign in to your Gmail account.
  3. You can also use your phone number to recover your Gmail account if you forget your password.

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