If you're looking to set up access to your Gmail or G Suite email account in other email clients on your phone or PC such as Outlook or Thunderbird, you're probably wondering what are Gmail Pop settings and what are the Gmail SMTP settings that you need.
In this short article we'll provide you with everything you need to know to set up remote access to your Gmail inbox from your phone or desktop using any third-party email client.
SMTP username: Your Gmail address (including the @gmail.com)
SMTP password: Your Gmail password
SMTP server address: smtp.gmail.com
Gmail SMTP port (TLS): 587
SMTP port (SSL): 465
SMTP TLS/SSL required: Yes
If you can’t send an email after inputting these Gmail SMTP settings, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot your problem.
POP username: Your Gmail address (including the @gmail.com)
POP password: Your Gmail password
POP server address: pop.gmail.com
Gmail POP port (TLS): 995
Requires SSL: Yes
If you can’t send an email after inputting these POP settings, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot your problem.
If you still experience problems with your Gmail POP3 and SMTP settings, you probably need to enable and/or configure a setting within your Gmail account.
In most cases, you will need to allow insecure apps to work with your account in your Gmail settings.
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If you're using a third-party email application on your mobile device or desktop then the Gmail SMTP and POP settings should do the trick. If you're still experiencing problems, here are links to some of the best resources on the subject: