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Generate app password for Gmail inbox

Note: This is for gmail accounts which is enabled 2-step verification or managed by a organization.

Step 1. Go to Google Account Security

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Step 2. Click on "App passwords" under "Signing in to Google" section in the security page.

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Step 3. Select Mail app, select a device and click on "GENERATE". Use the generated password to configure IMAP/SMTP.

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