How do I configure Crowd to use Gmail as the mail server?
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Summary
Remember to generate and use an application specific password if Google's two-factor authentication is enabled.
To configure Crowd to use Gmail as the mail server.
Solution
Go to Admin > Mail Configuration;
Fill out your mail account details;
Enter
smtp.gmail.comfor the SMTP host and 465 for the port, and ensure you tick Use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL);Click Update.
Notes:
If your Google account uses 2-step verification you will need to use an application password instead of your password.
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