Outlook for mac gmail

To set up Outlook for Mac to work with Gmail, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Create an App Password

  1. Sign in to your Google Account.
  2. Go to the Google Account settings page.
  3. Click on "Security" from the navigation menu.
  4. Scroll down to the "Signing in to Google" section.
  5. Click on "App passwords."
  6. Select "Other (Custom name)" and enter a name for your app password (e.g., "Outlook for Mac").
  7. Click "Generate."
  8. You'll receive a 16-character password. Note it down or copy it to a secure location.

Step 2: Set up Outlook for Mac

  1. Open Outlook for Mac.
  2. Click on "Tools" in the top menu bar.
  3. Select "Accounts."
  4. Click on the "+" button to add a new account.
  5. Select "Other" as the account type.
  6. Enter your Gmail address and the app password you created in Step 1.
  7. Click "Add Account."

Step 3: Configure IMAP Settings

  1. In the "Account Information" window, click on the "Advanced" tab.
  2. Under "Incoming Mail Server," select "IMAP" as the protocol.
  3. Enter the following settings:
    • Server: imap.gmail.com
    • Port: 993
    • Encryption: SSL/TLS
  4. Under "Outgoing Mail Server," select "SMTP" as the protocol.
  5. Enter the following settings:
    • Server: smtp.gmail.com
    • Port: 587
    • Encryption: STARTTLS
  6. Click "OK" to save the changes.

Step 4: Verify Your Account

  1. Outlook for Mac will attempt to verify your account. If everything is set up correctly, you should see a success message.
  2. You may need to enter your Gmail password again to complete the verification process.

That's it! You should now be able to access your Gmail account using Outlook for Mac. If you encounter any issues, you can refer to the Outlook for Mac support page or contact Google Support for further assistance.