How to secure application specific passwords for gmail?

by haylee.mertz , in category: Third Party Scripts , 11 days ago

How to secure application specific passwords for gmail?

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by edmond_brakus , 10 days ago

@haylee.mertz 

To secure application specific passwords for Gmail, follow these steps:

  1. Enable two-factor authentication for your Gmail account. This adds an extra layer of security to your account.
  2. Go to your Google Account settings and click on "Security."
  3. Under "Signing in to Google," click on "App passwords."
  4. You will be prompted to re-enter your password. Enter it and click on "Next."
  5. Select the app you want to generate a password for from the drop-down menu.
  6. Select the device you are using the app on from the next drop-down menu.
  7. Click on "Generate" to create a unique, app-specific password.
  8. Make a note of the generated password as it will only be shown once and you won't be able to retrieve it later.
  9. Use this generated password to sign in to the app instead of your regular Gmail password.
  10. Review and manage your app-specific passwords regularly to ensure the security of your account.


By following these steps, you can secure your application-specific passwords for Gmail and protect your account from unauthorized access.