To open Gmail, you can sign in from a computer or add your account to the Gmail app on your phone or tablet. Once you're signed in, open your inbox to check your mail.
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Add your account
On your Android phone or tablet, you can add both Gmail and non-Gmail accounts to the Gmail app.
Important: In the Gmail app, you can’t add accounts like Exchange and Post Office Protocol (POP).
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Gmail app
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- At the top right, tap your Profile picture
Add another account.
- Select the type of account you want to add.
- To add your account, follow the on-screen steps.
Tips:
- To add Gmail features like spam protection and email categories to your account, link the account with Gmailify. Learn about Gmailify.
- If you check work or school emails through Outlook for Windows, tap Outlook, Hotmail, and Live.
- If you can’t find your email provider, tap Other.
Fix sign-in issues with Gmail
If you forget your Gmail username or password, or you can’t access your account, follow our guide to troubleshoot your issue.
If you still can’t sign in, recover your Gmail account.
Recover your account