Gmail, along with the entire Google Workspace suite, has apps for Android, iPhone, and tablets and remains accessible through its web app on your computer. However, logging in to your account can be a little confusing, especially if you gave multiple accounts. The Gmail sign-in procedure happens during setup when you sign in on a newGoogle Pixel phone. Otherwise, you’ll manually sign in to the app. This guide shows you how to sign in to your Gmail account on desktop and mobile devices. If you manage multiple Google accounts on the same device, change your default Google account rather than signing in or out.
How to change your Android phone’s default Google account
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How to sign in to your Gmail account on any browser
This method works whether you use Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari, Edge, or another browser on mobile and desktop. Some browsers offer streamlined ways to sign in (for example, Chrome). It is a universal method for all desktop browsers. We use Microsoft Edge as an example.
When signing in to your Gmail account from a new device, Google may ask you to set up a recovery email and a passkey. These steps are optional. you’re able to skip them by clickingNot now.
How to sign in to your Gmail account from the mobile app
You can use this guide to sign in to your Gmail account from the mobile app whether you use the app on an Android device, iPhone, or iPad. While the app differs slightly between operating systems, the steps for signing in are identical.
When you set up a new Android phone, you’re prompted to sign in or create a Google account during setup. This is necessary for Google Play and other Google services. This automatically signs you in to Gmail if the app is preinstalled on your phone.
If you weren’t automatically signed in to the Gmail app, manually sign in. Go through the steps below to make changes.
If you have a secondary Google account or a work Gmail ID, sign in to your Gmail email using the steps above. When you use Gmail as the primary email app on your iPhone, set it as the default app.
You can now delete the Mail app on your iPhone. Long-tap theMail app icon, selectRemove app, and confirm your decision.
Sign in to your Gmail account on an iPhone
Unlike Android, Gmail isn’t preinstalled on iPhones and iPads. Apple bundles the Mail app on their devices. If you don’t want to download the Gmail app from the App Store and continue with the Mail app, use the steps below to set up your Google account with it.
When you integrate Gmail with the Mail app, you can sync your Gmail contacts, notes, and calendars with the system apps.
If you plan to continue using the Mail app on iPhone and iPad, change the default account to Gmail.
The Mail app works seamlessly in the Apple ecosystem. However, use the Gmail app to enjoy all Gmail features, such as Gmailify, predictive text, different inboxes, labels, and more (follow the steps in the section above).
How to recover your Gmail account
If you can’t remember the email, phone number, or password associated with your Google account or cannot complete the two-step verification, you need to recover your account.
If you forget your username or password, go toGoogle’s account recovery page. This page walks you through the steps to recover your username or password. Head to this page if you can’t complete the two-step verification, although it may take three to five business days for Google to confirm it’s you in this situation.
If you still can’t sign in to your account or have a sign-in issue unrelated to the above problems, followGoogle’s troubleshooting guide. When you get your account back, add a secondary email address and a cellular number to recover your account in such situations. You should also get one of thetop password managersto save essential login information.
Stay on top of your emails
Gmail is preinstalled on most Android phones, and creating a Google account creates a Gmail account. If you have an iPhone, you’ll go through several steps to use Gmail with the default Mail app. Similarly, you can set up your Gmail account with the Mail app on Mac and Outlook on Windows. For desktop users, stick with the web version to unlock its full potential. However, Gmail isn’t perfect, sochange these settingsto improve Gmail after signing in.
