Apple’s default mail, Apple Mail, is capable of connecting accounts from different mail servers. Many people add their Gmail to it for better email management. However, it becomes an annoying situation when they find that Apple Mail is not syncing with Gmail. Difficulty syncing Apple Mail with G Suite is a common complaint from many users. You may get an error message saying that Google must complete Safari authentication.
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Many iPhone users also report that their messages are not syncing across their devices. But don’t worry. Just read this entire article to be able to fix this sync problem easily.
Reasons for Apple Mail Not Syncing with Gmail
There can be many factors for a sync problem. Let’s take a look at each of them to better understand the problem.
- Server problem.
- An old IMAP sync causes problems.
- The parameters are incorrect, which interrupts the synchronization process.
- You’re using an older version of Gmail or Apple Mail. You need to update your apps.
- You haven’t activated Gmail for Apple Mail.
- The iOS version of your iPhone requires an update.
Ways to Fix Apple Mail Not Syncing with Gmail
There are some tricks that you can use to fix the sync issue whether you are using your mobile or laptop. They are explained in detail in the following sections.
Configure Gmail Security Settings on a PC
There may be a settings problem on Gmail’s end. You can check and change the settings to start synchronization.
- Go to the Google My Account page. Click on this link to access the page.
- You will get a menu on the left side. Find and tap on the “Security” option.
- On the next page, look for the “Less secure app access” option.
- You will see that Access is set to “Disabled”. This is the default configuration.
- You should enable it.
- Now check the status of your email. it should be fine.
Log in as a Test User
This is not a general solution when you find that Apple Mail is not syncing. Still, it allows you to fix the problem for a while in case of a server problem. Here are the steps you need to stick to.
- First, navigate to the “System Preferences” area on your Mac.
- In this section, see the “Users and groups” option.
- Now create a new test user.
- Now you need to sign out of your device. Please log in again after some time. Don’t forget to log in using the test user you just created.
- Ignore the installments of each application.
- Log in to your account as instructed.
Permit Less Secure Apps in Gmail
Google considers non-Google apps to be dangerous. Thus, it prevents Gmail from connecting to them. You can fix the Gmail sync issue in Apple Mail by enabling this setting. Follow these pointers.
- Log in to your Google Account.
- After that, tap on the option “Manage your Google Account”.
- Go to the “Security” category.
- The option to enable less secure apps will be disabled. Then click on the “Enable Access” option.
- Move the toggle to Allow less secure apps.
- You will get the status “ON”.
Delete and Reconfigure Your Account
None of the resolutions worked for you and are you still seeing Apple Mail not syncing with Gmail? In this scenario, the best course of action is to delete the account and set it up again with Apple Mail. This action on your part will completely eliminate the account setup prompts. However, don’t think that your data and emails will disappear as well. They will be as safe as before.
Enable Gmail for Apple Mail on Your iPhone
A common reason for sync problems on iPhones is Gmail being disabled for Apple Mail. Activate Gmail for Apple Mail with these points.
- Go to “Settings” on your iPhone.
- Scroll down and tap on “Mail”.
- Select “Accounts”.
- Tap your Google email address on the screen.
- Tap on the toggle to enable the ‘Mail’ option for the Gmail ID you have.
- Exit the “Settings” application.
- Go to ‘Mail’ and check the status of the issue.
Examine the Push Setting
Often incorrect push settings prevent messages from syncing properly. You have to enable this setting manually. Otherwise, you may continue to experience sync issues between Apple Mail and Gmail. Here’s how to activate Push manually.
- First of all, open “Settings”.
- Next, find the “Password & Account” option. It is present in the menu list.
- Search for “get new data”.
- After that, select “Gmail”.
- Now you have to tap on the “Recover” option.
- Go to your Apple Mail.
- Refresh the Inbox email list.
Restart your Apple Mail app by force-quitting it
When you find that Apple Mail is not syncing with Gmail on your iPhone, try restarting the Mail app. This is an effective solution that has solved the synchronization issue for many users.
This action gives a fresh start to the Mail app on your device. The forced shutdown can be easily done using these pointers.
- Go to the iPhone screen.
- Now swipe up from the edge and hold.
- You will get all the apps running in the background on your screen.
- Swipe up from the Mail app screen. This will remove the app from the background.
- Now open your Mail app.
- Now you will not get any synchronization problems.
Update Your iOS Version
This is usually the last technique we recommend for fixing a sync problem. When you update your iOS version, you give yourself permission to use brand-new versions of system apps. The new version also rids you of bugs and security flaws.
- Launch the “Settings” app.
- Then scroll down and tap on “General”.
- Now tap on “Software Update”.
- Download and install any available updates.
- Restart your iPhone and open the Mail app again.
Last Word
Use these solutions when you notice that your Apple Mail isn’t syncing with Gmail. All of these internal settings will fix the problem that prevents your Mac Mail from syncing messages with Gmail. Be sure to back up your Gmail data before using these fixes. If you have any doubts, contact the expert support service by e-mail.