4 Simple Ways to Log Into Your Gmail Account

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Quickly log into your Gmail email account on your computer, Android, or iPhone
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Do you need to sign into your Gmail account? If you need to access your Google emails, you can easily to do in a few simple clicks. You can also add multiple Gmail addresses for quick swapping. You'll just need your email address and password to do so. This wikiHow will show you how to log into your Gmail account on your computer in a web browser or on the mobile app using your iPhone or Android.

Things You Should Know

  • On desktop, go to Gmail . Enter your email address, password, then click "Next".
  • On the Gmail app, tap "Sign in" → "Google" → "Continue". Enter your login information.
  • For the iOS Mail app, open "Settings" → "Mail" → "Accounts" → "Add Account" → "Google".
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Using a Computer

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  1. Open the Gmail login website in your browser. This method will work on any computer, including your PC, Mac, or Chromebook. You can use any web browser, such as Chrome , Safari, or Firefox to sign in to Gmail. [1]
    • If an inbox automatically opens after visiting the website, click the profile icon in the top-right corner, then click Sign out . [2]
    • Click Use another account if you see a list of saved accounts. You can also remove a saved account by clicking Remove an account then the minus symbol to the right of the email. [3]
  2. In the text field that appears, type in your Gmail email address.
    • If you don't have a Gmail account, you can make a new one by clicking Create account .
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  3. It's below the text box.
  4. Type in the password you use to log into your Gmail account.
    • Click the eye icon to toggle the password visibility.
    • If you don't remember your password, you'll need to reset or recover it . Click Forgot password? to begin the process.
  5. It's below the password text box.
  6. This should take only a few seconds.
    • If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you'll need to follow the on-screen instructions to verify your device.
    • You'll now be able to use Gmail .
  7. If you want to sign into another Gmail account without signing out of your current one, click your profile picture in the top-right corner. [4]
    • Click Add another account , then repeat the sign-in process.
    • If you want to link an email address from another provider, you can add an account to your Gmail .
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Using an Android Phone or Tablet

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  1. Since Android phones and tablets use Google Accounts as your default sign-in method, you'll need to sign into Gmail when initially setting up your Android. This also means that, while you can add extra accounts to Gmail on your Android, you can't sign in and out of your primary account without factory-resetting your Android .
    • To set up your Android, turn it on. Enter your Gmail address when prompted. Tap Next , then enter your Gmail password. Tap Next . Follow any additional on-screen instructions.
  2. This looks like a multicolored M . This will open your default Google Account's Gmail inbox.
  3. You can find this at the top-right corner of the screen. [5]
    • A pop-up window will open.
  4. This will be below your current Google account. [6]
  5. Google's Sign In page will open within the app.
  6. If you forgot your email, you can tap Forgot email? below the field to start the process of finding it.
  7. You can check the Show password box to toggle the password's visibility.
    • You'll need to agree to Google's Terms of Service.
  8. Doing so will take you to your Gmail inbox, which should load after a few seconds.
    • You can now send emails using your added email address.
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Using the Gmail App on iPhone or iPad

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  1. This looks like a multicolored M . [7]
    • Gmail is available for iOS in the App Store .
  2. This is at the very bottom of the screen.
    • If you're already logged into an account, tap the profile picture in the top-right corner, then tap Add another account .
  3. If you have another email provider you want to link, you can tap their name.
    • A pop-up window will open.
  4. Google's Sign In page will open within the app.
  5. If you forgot your email, you can tap Forgot email? below the field to start the process of finding it.
  6. You can check the Show password box to toggle the password's visibility.
  7. This should take only a few seconds.
    • If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you'll need to follow the on-screen instructions to verify your device.
    • If you want to sign into another Gmail account without signing out of your current one, tap your profile picture in the top-right corner, then Add another account . Repeat the sign-in process. [8]
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Using the Mail App on iPhone or iPad

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  1. Tap the Settings app icon, which resembles a grey box with gears on it. [9]
  2. You may need to scroll to find this. It's next to an icon of a white envelop with a blue background. [10]
  3. This will be underneath the Allow Mail To Access section.
  4. If you have existing emails linked to the Mail app, you'll see them listed under the Accounts header. [11]
  5. This is in the middle of the page.
    • Google's Sign In page will open within the app.
  6. In the text field that appears, type in the email address for your Gmail account.
  7. Type in the password you use to log into Gmail.
    • You can check the Show password box to toggle the password's visibility.
    • If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you'll need to follow the on-screen instructions to verify your device.
  8. Tap the white switch next to an option (e.g., "Notes") to turn it on for this email account, or tap the green switch next to an option to turn it off.
  9. It's in the top-right corner of the screen. Doing so will save your changes and add the Gmail account to your iPhone's Mail app.
    • You can now find your Gmail inbox in your device's Mail app on the Inboxes page.
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    You should be able to bypass this screen (there might be an advanced options link or something similar that will allow you to continue). If this doesn't work, it's a problem in your security settings, and you either need to troubleshoot it or possibly use a different browser.
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    You'll want to go to "Mail" in Settings and add a new account. Pick whether your account is through Google, Outlook/Hotmail, or another, and follow the instructions to add your email account.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.google.com/mail/answer/8494?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&oco=1
      2. ↑ https://support.google.com/mail/answer/8154?hl=en
      3. ↑ https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/176347?hl=en
      4. ↑ https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/1721977?hl=en
      5. ↑ https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6078445?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid
      6. ↑ https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6078445?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid
      7. ↑ https://support.google.com/mail/answer/8494?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DiOS&oco=1
      8. ↑ https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6078445?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DiOS&oco=0
      9. ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102619
      1. ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102619
      2. ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102619

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