[Discuss] Using thunderbird for sending gmail

[jbk at kjkelra.com (jbk)]

On 8/31/20 3:38 PM, Jerry Feldman wrote:
> I have 2 gmail accounts that I use. Both are now being blocked.
> I generally use the gmail app or web interface for these accounts, but for
> sending messages with templates, such as BLU announcements.
> "Less secure app blocked
> Google blocked the app you were trying to use because it doesn't meet our
> security standards.
> Some apps and devices use less secure sign-in technology, which makes your
> account more vulnerable. You can turn off access for these apps, which we
> recommend, or turn on access if you want to use them despite the risks.
> Google will automatically turn this setting OFF if it's not being used."

I had to go to the gmail account security app settings and 
lower the threshold as they recommend.

Jim

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Jim Kelly-Rand
jbk at kjkelra.com