Allow Less Secure Access

Allow less secure access for Gmail inbox

Note: This option is not available for gmail accounts which is enabled 2-step verification or managed by a organization.

Step 1. Go to Google Account Security

Step 2: Click on "Turn on access" under the "Less secure app access" section on the security page.

Step 3: Toggle allow less secure apps to "ON". Now you can use your Gmail account password to configure IMAP/SMTP.

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