Nifty mail smtp gmail

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To set up Nifty Mail (a popular email client) to use Gmail's SMTP server, follow these steps:

Step 1: Enable Less Secure Apps on your Google Account

1. Go to your Google Account settings.
2. Click on "Security" from the menu.
3. Scroll down to the "Less secure app access" section.
4. Toggle the switch to "On".

Step 2: Configure Nifty Mail to use Gmail's SMTP server

1. Open Nifty Mail and go to the "Settings" menu.
2. Click on "Accounts" and then select the Gmail account you want to configure.
3. Click on the "SMTP" tab.
4. Enter the following settings:
   • Server: smtp.gmail.com
   • Port: 587
   • Username: Your Gmail address (e.g., [email protected])
   • Password: Your Gmail password
   • Authentication: Select "Plain Text" or "Login"
5. Click "Save" to save the changes.

Step 3: Test your SMTP settings

1. Go back to the "Accounts" menu and select the Gmail account you just configured.
2. Click on the "Send Test Email" button.
3. If everything is set up correctly, you should receive a test email from Nifty Mail.

Tips and Variations

• If you're using 2-Step Verification (2SV) on your Google Account, you may need to generate an App Password instead of using your regular password.
• If you're behind a firewall or proxy, you may need to configure your firewall or proxy settings to allow outgoing connections on port 587.
• If you're experiencing issues with sending emails, try checking your Gmail account's settings to ensure that the "Less secure app access" setting is still enabled.

By following these steps, you should be able to set up Nifty Mail to use Gmail's SMTP server and send emails successfully!