How to use the Gmail SMTP Server to send emails

You might want to use the Gmail SMTP Server to send emails because it provides a reliable and secure method for sending messages from your Gmail account through other email clients or software.

This article will help you with the process.

Follow these steps –

1. Open your email client or software.
2. Go to settings or account settings.
3. Look for the option to add an SMTP server and enter the following details-
   1. SMTP Server: smtp.gmail.com
   2. Port: 587 (or 465 for SSL encryption)
   3. Username: Your full Gmail address
   4. Password: Your Gmail password
   5. Enable SSL/TLS encryption
   6. Save your settings.

Now, you can send emails using your Gmail account through the SMTP server.

However, use of gmail SMTP is great for sending emails. But, if you are a WordPress user, you can enhance your email delivery even further by switching to SMTP. Check out our guide on WordPress – Switch to Sending Emails via SMTP to optimise your WordPress email delivery.