How to configure Gmail SMTP Server in Email Settings

To use Gmail as the SMTP server in Bold Reports® On-Premises Edition, allow less secure apps access in Google, then save the Gmail SMTP details in Email Settings.

What do I need to do in my Google account first?

To send emails from your Gmail SMTP with Bold Reports®, you must allow less secure apps access in your Google account.

Follow these steps to enable less secure apps access:

  1. Log in to your Google account.
  2. Go to the Google less secure apps settings page and enable the access.
  3. Wait a few minutes. The changes do not take place immediately, because Google takes a few minutes to update the settings.

Which Gmail SMTP Server details do I enter?

Save the following Gmail SMTP Server details in the email settings of Bold Reports® On-Premises Edition:

SMTP Server - smtp.gmail.com

SMTP Port - 587

Sender Name - Bold Reports Server

Sender Email Address - Your Gmail Address

Authentication Type - Basic Authentication

Username - Your Gmail Address

Password - Your Gmail Password

Enable SSL - True

Anonymous Authentication is not supported in the Gmail SMTP Server.

Frequently asked questions

Which port does the Gmail SMTP Server use in Bold Reports®?

Use SMTP Port 587 with SMTP Server smtp.gmail.com and set Enable SSL to True.

Can I use Anonymous Authentication with Gmail?

No. Anonymous Authentication is not supported in the Gmail SMTP Server. Use Basic Authentication with your Gmail address and password.

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