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:

  1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
  2. Scroll down and select "Accounts" or "Accounts & sync" (depending on your device).
  3. Tap "Add account" or "New account".
  4. Select "Google" or "Gmail" as the account type.
  5. Enter your Gmail address and password.
  6. Tap "Next" and then "Sign in".
  7. On the next screen, toggle the switch next to "Incoming mail (IMAP)" to the "On" position.
  8. Tap "Next" and then "Done".

For iOS Devices (iPhone/iPad):

  1. Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
  2. Scroll down and select "Mail, Contacts, Calendars".
  3. Tap "Add Account" and then select "Other".
  4. Select "Add Mail Account" and then select "IMAP".
  5. Enter your Gmail address and password.
  6. Tap "Next" and then "Save".
  7. On the next screen, enter the following settings:
    • Host Name: imap.gmail.com
    • User Name: your Gmail address
    • Password: your Gmail password
    • Authentication: Password
  8. Tap "Next" and then "Save".

Common Settings:

Note: Make sure that you have enabled IMAP access in your Gmail account settings. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your Gmail account on a computer.
  2. Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select "See all settings".
  3. Scroll down to the "Forwarding and POP/IMAP" tab.
  4. Toggle the switch next to "Enable IMAP" to the "On" position.
  5. 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.