i changed my google password and now my gmail won't sync with outlook (Outlook classic)

Question

i changed my google password and now my gmail won't sync with outlook

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Moderator note: thread updated with Outlook version (Outlook classic)

Answer 1

Hello,

Are you using the classic Outlook desktop application, the New Outlook for Windows, or the Windows Mail app?

The steps to update your credentials and force the sync to resume are slightly different depending on which version you are using.

Answer 2

When you change your Google password, you may need to update your password in Outlook as well to restore the sync functionality. Additionally, if you have two-step verification enabled on your Google account, you'll need to create an app password specifically for Outlook to connect successfully. Here are the steps you can follow:

1. Update Password in Outlook: Open Outlook and go to your account settings. Update your Gmail password with the new one you just set.
2. Create an App Password (if using two-step verification):
   • Sign in to your Google account.
   • Go to My Account > Security > App passwords.
   • Select Mail and the device you are using, then click Generate.
   • Use this app password in Outlook instead of your regular Google password.
3. Check IMAP Settings: Ensure that IMAP is enabled in your Gmail settings. Go to Settings > Forwarding and POP/IMAP and make sure Enable IMAP is selected.

After following these steps, your Gmail should sync with Outlook again.