How to generate app password for yahoo mail
To generate an app password for Yahoo Mail, follow these steps:
Note: Before generating an app password, make sure you have enabled two-factor authentication (2FA) for your Yahoo account. If you haven't enabled 2FA, you can do so by going to the Yahoo Account Security page and following the prompts.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Sign in to your Yahoo account: Go to the Yahoo login page and sign in to your account.
- Click on the Account Info icon: Click on the gear icon () located at the top right corner of the page, next to your profile picture.
- Select Account Info: From the dropdown menu, select "Account Info".
- Click on Security: In the Account Info page, click on the "Security" tab.
- Click on Generate App Password: Under the "Signing in to other apps" section, click on "Generate App Password".
- Enter a name for your app: Enter a name for your app (e.g., "Email Client" or "My App").
- Click on Generate: Click on the "Generate" button.
- Copy the app password: Your app password will be generated and displayed on the screen. Copy the password by right-clicking on it and selecting "Copy" or by using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+C (Windows) or Command+C (Mac).
- Use the app password: Use the app password to configure your email client or app to access your Yahoo Mail account.
Tips:
- Make sure to copy the app password carefully, as you won't be able to retrieve it later.
- Use a strong and unique app password for each app or device that you use to access your Yahoo Mail account.
- If you lose your app password, you can generate a new one by following the same steps.
By generating an app password, you'll be able to use your Yahoo Mail account with third-party apps and email clients while keeping your account secure with two-factor authentication.