Gmail to Apple Mail

When I try to add my Gmail account to Apple Mail, I get this error message. The password and email address are correct. Please help!

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.12

Posted on Oct 31, 2022 11:59 AM

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Posted on Oct 31, 2022 1:56 PM

An app password is a 16-digit passcode that gives a non-Google app or device permission to access your Google Account. App passwords can only be used with accounts that have 2-Step Verification turned on.

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