# Gmail

At the beginning, it's important to enable IMAP access before adding the settings:

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{% hint style="info" %}
NOTE: If you want to connect with Gmail, Outlook, or Yahoo, you will need to use an application password.
{% endhint %}

Please check the following instructions to learn how to create an application password:

#### Gmail

If you are using a business account, the configuration may require additional permissions from the administrator.

Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) here.

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Allow users to manage their access to less secure apps

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Then, enter the data here (*Password* is application password):

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You can choose how old messages you want to sync.

The next step should looks like this:<br>

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