How to Setup IMAP, 2FA, and App Passwords on Gmail Accounts

Last modified: 2023-11-08 03:01:00.0

How to Setup IMAP with Gmail Accounts

To use IMAP with your Gmail account, you must enable IMAP, enable 2FA, and create an app password. Learn how to configure your Gmail account to support any application that uses IMAP in this guide!

IMAP Settings for Gmail Accounts

1. If you have already created an app password and enabled 2FA on your account and want to add your Gmail Account to an email program that supports IMAP, here are the server settings you can use.

  • Email/Username: Your Gmail Account email address
  • Password: Your Gmail Account app password
  • IMAP Server/Host: imap.gmail.com
  • IMAP Port: 993
  • IMAP Encryption: TLS
  • Requires SSL: Yes / True

2. If you still need to create an app password and enable 2FA, follow the guide below!

Enabling IMAP on Gmail Accounts

1. Navigate to the Forwarding and Pop Gmail Settings page via this link.

2. Scroll down to the IMAP access section. Click the Enable IMAP checkbox.

3. Click the Save Changes button. You have successfully enabled IMAP on your Gmail account!

Enabling 2FA on Gmail Accounts

1. Navigate to the Google Authenticator page via this link.

2. In the search bar, type 2-step and select the 2-Step Verification option in the dropdown menu. 

3. Scroll down to the How you sign in to Google section and click the 2-Step Verification option.

4. Click the Get Started button. 

5. Select a method to use for 2-Step Verification. You can send prompts to your phone or use one of the other available options.

6. When you are ready, click the Continue button and setup 2FA with your selected device.

7. You have successfully enabled 2FA on your account. Now, you can create an app password!

Create an App Password on Gmail Accounts

1. Navigate to the Google My Account page via this link.

2. In the search bar, type app password and select the App passwords option in the dropdown menu. 

3. Specify a name for your app password in the App name field. Then click the Create button.

4. Save your app password somewhere safe. You can now use your app password on an email client like Inbox!

Using IMAP with Inbox by AYCD

Once you've equipped your Gmail account with the app password, enabled 2FA, and set up IMAP following our straightforward instructions, you can take full advantage of what Inbox by AYCD offers. Inbox will connect to your Gmail through IMAP, transforming your email management into a powerhouse of productivity and reliability.

Seamless Integration with Scraper Data

Inbox seamlessly taps into the capabilities enabled by your newly configured IMAP settings for Gmail. With the Scraper Data feature, what used to be a manual and error-prone process of extracting information from emails is now a streamlined, automated workflow. Inbox deftly scours your emails for critical data such as order confirmations, shipping notifications, and invoice details, then compiles them in an easy-to-navigate Scraper Data view. Scraper Data maximizes efficiency and ensures that you notice every detail. You can easily aggregate multiple sets of Scraper Data with a common data point such as Order Number, Email, and more!

Inventory Management Redefined

Transitioning the data from your emails into actionable intelligence is where Inbox's Inventory feature shines. With a few clicks, all the crucial information gleaned from your Gmail is sorted and sent to Inventory, where it can be easily tracked, analyzed, and managed. Look through in-depth pricing analytics and stay in the loop on your profit levels. Whether you're overseeing vast numbers of shipments or managing complex order systems, Inbox handles it all—without skipping a beat.

Automated shipment tracking makes your life a breeze. Inbox always looks for changes to your packages' status with USPS, FedEx, and most major carriers. Easily keep up with changes in your shipment tracking status through Discord webhook notifications.

Optimize Your Workflow with Inbox

Inbox invites you to leave behind the days of manual data entry and scattered email management. By optimizing your Gmail account with IMAP settings and coupling it with Inbox, you unlock a new realm of efficiency. Inbox is the key to a more organized, streamlined, and productive workflow from individual entrepreneurs to large-scale enterprises.

Why Wait? Experience Inbox Now

Don't let outdated processes hold you back. With Inbox by AYCD, you're stepping into a world where email management is no longer a chore but a strategic asset. To embrace the full potential of Inbox and turn your Gmail into a fortified center of productivity, visit our website, create an account, and click on the BUY NOW button to begin your journey to peak efficiency.

We Are Here to Help

At AYCD, we are dedicated to your success. We understand that transitioning to new software can come with challenges, which is why we provide extensive guides and a dedicated support server on Discord. Whether you need help setting up your account, understanding a feature or want to maximize your use of Inbox, our team is here to provide the support you need. Join the Inbox community today and see how our software can revolutionize how you manage your emails and track your shipments.

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