To find the SMTP server settings for your Gmail account, you need the following information:
Gmail SMTP Server Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Server Address | smtp.gmail.com |
| Username | Your full Gmail address (e.g., [email protected]) |
| Password | Your Gmail password |
| Port Number | 587 (With TLS) |
| Alternative Port Number | 465 (With SSL) |
| Internet Protocol | Dynamic IPs Allowed |
Explanation of Settings
- Server Address: This is the address of the outgoing mail server. Gmail's SMTP server address is
smtp.gmail.com. - Username: This is your complete Gmail address, including "@gmail.com". For example,
[email protected]. - Password: This is the password you use to log in to your Gmail account. If you have 2-Step Verification enabled, you might need to create an App Password.
- Port Number: This is the port number used for sending email.
- Port 587: Use this with TLS (Transport Layer Security) encryption. TLS is a more modern and secure encryption protocol.
- Port 465: Use this with SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption. SSL is an older encryption protocol. It's generally recommended to use TLS (Port 587) if possible.
- Internet Protocol: Gmail allows dynamic IP addresses, so you don't need a static IP to use their SMTP server.
