What is smtp of gmail

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is a protocol used for sending and receiving emails over the internet. Gmail, being a popular email service provider, uses its own SMTP server to send and receive emails.

Here are the details of Gmail's SMTP settings:

Gmail SMTP Server Settings:

• SMTP Server: smtp.gmail.com
• Port: 587 (or 465 for SSL/TLS encryption)
• Username: Your Gmail address (e.g., [email protected])
• Password: Your Gmail password
• Encryption: TLS (Transport Layer Security) or SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)

Why do I need to know these settings?

You might need to know these settings if you want to:

1. Send emails programmatically: If you're building an application that needs to send emails, you'll need to use Gmail's SMTP server to send emails.
2. Configure email clients: If you want to set up an email client like Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, or Apple Mail to send emails using your Gmail account, you'll need to enter these settings.
3. Use Gmail with third-party services: Some services, like online forms or APIs, require you to use Gmail's SMTP server to send emails.

Important notes:

• Make sure to enable "Less secure app access" in your Google Account settings if you're using Gmail's SMTP server from a third-party app or service. This setting allows less secure apps to access your account.
• Be cautious when sharing your Gmail password or using it with third-party services, as it may compromise your account security.
• If you're experiencing issues with sending emails using Gmail's SMTP server, you can try enabling "SMTP Authentication" or checking your email client's settings.