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Add your email to an Android phone

Connect an existing Google, Exchange, IMAP, or POP account from Android settings.

Topic
Email
Audience
Email users
Difficulty
beginner
Last reviewed
July 29, 2026

Connect the account

Android labels can vary slightly by device manufacturer.

  1. Open account settings

    Open Settings and select Passwords & accounts, Users & accounts, Manage accounts, or the closest account option on your device.

  2. Choose Add account

    Select Add account and choose Google, Exchange, Personal (IMAP), or Personal (POP3) to match your mailbox.

  3. Enter the account details

    Follow the on-screen prompts and enter your complete email address, password, and any approved server settings.

  4. Complete the security check

    Enter your device PIN, pattern, or password if Android asks you to confirm the account addition.

  5. Send and receive a test

    Open the mail application, send a message, and confirm that a reply reaches the device.