getting a ssl error when trying to sync google contacts

Question

Level 1

8 points

getting a ssl error when trying to sync google contacts

When I try to sync my calendar and contacts to google I get a ssl error. I try using the sync without and still get unable to verify. I've gone to advance and set the port to 443 as well

iPhone 4S, iOS 6.1.2

Posted on Mar 18, 2013 11:23 AM

Reply

Answer 1

Best reply

11bravoxray Author

Level 1

8 points

Mar 18, 2013 2:09 PM in response to 11bravoxray

I figured out it was the 2 step verification google requires. Turned it off and now it works.

Reply

Answer 2

Apr 16, 2013 12:45 AM in response to 11bravoxray

Great, how did you turn off the 2 step verification google requires?

Reply

Answer 3

Apr 17, 2013 11:15 AM in response to 11bravoxray

Keep in mind that turning off 2-step verification reduces the level of security associated with the Google account. If you want to maintain it and sync your google contacts, here is what to do:

Access your Google account settings. If you are in Gmail, simply click on your e-mail address in the upper-right corner and select the 'Account' link.
Click 'Security' in the left sidebar. Then click 'Settings' under the 2-Step Verification section.
You will be prompted to sign in again. Once done, click the 'Manage application-specific passwords' link.
Follow the instructions to generate a new application-specific password.
Use this password to log in as directed in the base CardDAV login process.

Reply