
Make sure your mail app isn't set to check for new email too frequently. Try signing in directly on the Gmail app. The email client's sign-in method might be insecure. Click the gear icon in the top right corner of the window and select Settings. The first thing you will want to do is log in to your Live account if you haven’t already and click on Add an e-mail account. #SETTING UP WINDOWS MAIL FOR GMAIL HOW TO#
In this guide, will show you how to add and set up a Gmail account in the Windows 10 Mail app. If you dont want to use a web browser to check and respond to emails in Gmail, you can add your Gmail account to the Mail app.
If the tips above didn't help, visit and follow the steps on the page. The Windows 10 Mail app supports the very popular Gmail webmail service, among many others. If you recently changed your Gmail password, you might need to re-enter your Gmail account information or completely repeat your Gmail account setup on your other email client. Allow less secure apps: If you don't use 2-Step Verification, you might need to allow less secure apps to access your account. Important: If you sign in with OAuth, use your regular Google password. First we need to make sure your Gmail account is set up to enable POP (Post Office Protocol).
Use an App Password: If you use 2-Step Verification, try signing in with an App Password. Update your email client to the latest version. If you have these problems or can’t sign in, first check to make sure you’re using the right password.