I cannot setup my Gmail account. It says id or password is wrong. I suspect it is because I have 2 factor authentication setup to text me when I access from a new application or PC. I guess I could turn off 2 factor, but really don't want to do that.
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Just follow rogelin answer, create that app password and use it on the mail app. It will not ask for permission that system was made for this cases– SebastianDec 1, 2018 at 18:03
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You can generate a one-time app password within your Google account settings and keep using 2fa for all other accesses. See: https://myaccount.google.com/apppasswords
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Just do this, generate an app password (one-time). You can name it and remove it anytime if you want. Dec 1, 2018 at 17:58
If it's about geary mail, you may need to give permission.
Log into your gmail account
https://myaccount.google.com/lesssecureapps
Turn it on. You should get the notification for your 2 factor authentication.
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That is not available for 2step verification enabled accounts. In that case you have to create a one-time password or "App Password" (like Google calls it) Dec 1, 2018 at 18:01
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Thanks for the correction. Can I delete my reply to not mislead people?– codearDec 2, 2018 at 5:57
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