
Google recommends using IMAP for syncing email. If you frequently reach the IMAP bandwidth or simultaneous connection limits with one IMAP email client, try switching to another IMAP client, such as Mozilla Thunderbird.Īn email client that doesn't support IMAP Some clients might exceed Gmail bandwidth limits. Important: Different email clients use IMAP in different ways.
Check that you have the correct Gmail IMAP settings.įor details, go to Check Gmail through other email platforms. Make sure IMAP access is turned on in the Google Admin console.įor details, go to Turn POP & IMAP on or off for users. Consult the email client's documentation on how to set up IMAP to sync your email messages. ↑ back to top Other email options Mozilla Thunderbird Go to Add email accounts in Mail on Mac. Use Google Drive for desktop at home, work, or schoolĪpple Mail, Calendar, or Contacts on macOS
Select the Google option when adding the account. Mail, Calendar, or People apps on Windows If you don't want to use GWSMO, go to Add a Gmail account to Outlook. Use Google Workspace Sync for Microsoft Outlook (GWSMO). Note: If you're not using Google Workspace Sync for Microsoft Outlook (GWSMO), you can only sync email data. Contacts, including the GAL for Google Workspace users. ↑ back to top Windows Outlook for Windows For iOS users, go to Use your Google Account on your iPhone or iPad. For Android users, go to Add or remove an account on Android. Go to Google Play and use apps provided by Google to sync with your account. Set up Google Workspace on the device ( Android | iOS).
Contacts, including the Global Address List (GAL) for Google Workspace users. Mobile | Windows | macOS | Other email options | Other calendar & contacts options Mobile iOS & Android Multiple sync options are available depending on your users' device and source environment. If users in your organization are transitioning to Google Workspace, they might want to synchronize email, calendar, and contact data between their current system and their new Google Workspace account. For details, go to Migrate your organization's data to Google Workspace. If you want to permanently move to Google Workspace, you can use one of our migration products to transfer your users' data.