Add Gmail to Windows Live Mail - Setup Guide

Integrating Gmail with Windows Live Mail

Modern email systems offer considerable flexibility, allowing users to access multiple web-based accounts through a variety of email clients. Most accounts utilizing the POP protocol, such as those from Hotmail or Gmail, are compatible with numerous client applications.

This guide details the process of configuring Gmail to function within Windows Live Mail.

Important Note

Note: This tutorial specifically addresses Windows Live Mail, a standalone application. It does not apply to Windows Mail, which superseded Outlook Express and is integrated into the Vista operating system. Windows Live Mail requires a separate download through Windows Live Services.

Enabling POP Access in Gmail

To successfully check a Gmail account using an external client, POP access must be enabled within your Gmail settings. Navigate to the Settings menu, then select "Forwarding and POP/IMAP".

Within these settings, enable POP access for all mail, choosing whether to transfer your entire inbox or only new messages received from that point onward. You can also specify whether to retain a copy of your emails on Google’s servers.

Adding the Gmail Account to Windows Live Mail

First, log in to your existing Live account, if you haven't already. Then, click the option to "Add an e-mail account".

Next, input the necessary account details: your Gmail email address, password, and the desired Display Name. Click "Next" to proceed.

A message may appear advising you to configure POP settings within Gmail. This can be disregarded, as those settings were already adjusted earlier in the process.

You may also choose to designate this Gmail account as your default email account at this stage.

Successful Integration

Once the configuration is complete, you should begin receiving messages from your Gmail account directly within Windows Live Mail. This provides a streamlined email experience.

Supported Email Clients

We have outlined the setup procedures for several popular email clients using either POP or IMAP protocols with Gmail. Below is a list of compatible applications, allowing you to utilize your preferred client.

• Outlook 2007
• Outlook 2007 IMAP
• Thunderbird
• Vista Mail With IMAP
• Linux Kmail
• Thunderbird IMAP