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How to Create an App Password for Gmail / Google Workspace

Want to connect your Gmail or Google Workspace mailbox to Mailivery the secure way? You’re in the right place. This guide walks you through setting up an App Password—a one-time password that gives Mailivery access without sharing your main Google credentials. You’ll enable two-factor authentication, generate an app-specific password, and flip on IMAP. That’s it. Let’s get you set up in three quick steps:

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✅ Step 1: Turn on Two-Factor Authentication

  1. Go to your Google Account settings.
  2. Click Security.
  3. Under “How you sign in to Google”, select 2-Step Verification.
  4. Follow the steps to turn it on.
Why this matters: App passwords only work if 2FA is enabled. Think of it as giving your mailbox a bodyguard.

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🔐 Step 2: Generate an App Password for Mailivery

Once 2FA is turned on:
  1. In your Google Account, search for App passwords—or go directly to the page.
  2. You may be asked to sign in again.
  3. Don’t see the option? Your admin or account settings might be restricting access.

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✏️ Step 3: Create and Name Your App Password

  1. Under Select App, choose Other (Custom name).
  2. Type in Mailivery.
  3. Click Generate.
Google will give you a 16-character password. Copy it—this is your golden ticket. Use it when connecting your mailbox to Mailivery. No extra logins. No extra stress.

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👀 Need the Full Picture?

If you’re looking for the full mailbox connection walkthrough, we’ve got you covered: 👉 How to Connect Any Gmail / Gsuite / Google Workspace Mailbox to Mailivery
And just like that, you’re securely connected.