> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Set up Gmail IMAP

> How to enable Gmail IMAP and create an App Password for Teable

# How to Enable Gmail IMAP and Create App Password

This guide shows how to prepare your Gmail account so Teable can automatically capture incoming emails.

## Enable IMAP in Gmail

1. Open Gmail in a web browser.
2. Click the **Settings → See all settings**.
3. Go to **Forwarding and POP/IMAP** tab.
4. Scroll to **IMAP Access**.
5. Select **Enable IMAP**.
6. Optional: Leave **Auto-Expunge on** and **Do not limit folder size** as default.
7. Click **Save Changes**.

**Screenshot example:**
![Enable IMAP](https://dxshyegpql0u3hra.public.blob.vercel-storage.com/9a53be669002acaefbae6ab98d57405b.png)

## Enable 2-Step Verification

1. Go to **[https://myaccount.google.com/](https://myaccount.google.com/)** and log in.
2. Select **Security → 2-Step Verification**.
3. Follow steps to enable 2FA (SMS, authenticator, or security key).

**Screenshot example:**
![2FA Setup](https://dxshyegpql0u3hra.public.blob.vercel-storage.com/00047fb62cbf7ca042a4edeb7c511f0a.png)

## Create App Password

1. After enabling 2-Step Verification, go to **App Passwords**:
   * Direct link: [https://myaccount.google.com/apppasswords](https://myaccount.google.com/apppasswords)
2. In **Select App**, choose `Mail`.
3. In **Select Device**, choose `Other` and name it `Teable IMAP`.
4. Click **Generate**.
5. Copy the **16-character password** (you will need this in Teable).

**Screenshot example:**
![App Password](https://dxshyegpql0u3hra.public.blob.vercel-storage.com/f6a7753ef8d3d99901495d4ea79758f2.png)

## Notes

* Use the generated **App Password**, not your Gmail main password, in Teable.
* Only new, unread emails trigger the automation.
* Keep the App Password safe — you will only see it once.