Incoming mail server gmail mobile
To set up your Gmail account as an incoming mail server on your mobile device, you'll need to follow these steps:
For Android Devices:
- Open the Settings app on your Android device.
- Scroll down and select "Accounts" or "Accounts & sync" (depending on your device).
- Tap "Add account" or "New account".
- Select "Google" or "Gmail" as the account type.
- Enter your Gmail address and password.
- Tap "Next" and then "Sign in".
- On the next screen, toggle the switch next to "Incoming mail (IMAP)" to the "On" position.
- Tap "Next" and then "Done".
For iOS Devices (iPhone/iPad):
- Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
- Scroll down and select "Mail, Contacts, Calendars".
- Tap "Add Account" and then select "Other".
- Select "Add Mail Account" and then select "IMAP".
- Enter your Gmail address and password.
- Tap "Next" and then "Save".
- On the next screen, enter the following settings:
- Host Name: imap.gmail.com
- User Name: your Gmail address
- Password: your Gmail password
- Authentication: Password
- Tap "Next" and then "Save".
Common Settings:
- IMAP Server: imap.gmail.com
- Port: 993
- SSL/TLS: Enabled
- Authentication: Password
Note: Make sure that you have enabled IMAP access in your Gmail account settings. To do this, follow these steps:
- Log in to your Gmail account on a computer.
- Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select "See all settings".
- Scroll down to the "Forwarding and POP/IMAP" tab.
- Toggle the switch next to "Enable IMAP" to the "On" position.
- Click "Save Changes".
After setting up your Gmail account as an incoming mail server, you should be able to access your emails on your mobile device using the IMAP protocol.