In this article, we explain how to set up Gmail as your email service for sending emails through our platform.
To do so, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Turn On 2-Step Verification
Go to Google Account Settings.
From the left menu, select Security.
Under How you sign in to Google, click 2-Step Verification.
Follow the prompts to turn it on. You may need to verify using your phone or another device
Step 2: Create an App Password
In your Google Account, go to Security.
Under Signing in to Google, click App passwords.
Sign in again if prompted.
Under Select app, choose Other (Custom name).
Type a name such as Onro and click Generate.
Copy the 16-character password shown on the screen.
Important: This password will only be shown once. Keep it somewhere safe.
Step 3: Admin Center Configurations
Navigate to the path below:
Admin Center → Settings → Integration → Email Service → Gmail
Enter the required info:
Add the email address in the “User” box.
Paste the generated password from the previous step in the “Password” box.
Write a custom name and the destination email address in the “From” box in this format: Name [email protected]
4. Click on “Set as active service”.
To confirm that your integration was successful, enter your email address in the Test it field, click Send, and then check your inbox to see if you receive the test email.
You can also check the logs to confirm whether the email was sent. Refer to this article for instructions.