Outlook Keeps Asking for Gmail Password: 3 Ways to Fix It

A lot of users utilize Outlook as email client software so that they can open Gmail emails within that application. However, a repeating password error arises for some users when they try to connect Outlook with Gmail.

When I get that error, outlook keeps asking users to enter their gmail passwords even though they have already entered the correct login details.

Consequently, users cannot establish an internet message access protocol (imap) connection for gmail to open that webmail within the outlook software.

That’s not the only problem, and many have reported outlook not opening at all, but we cover that issue in a separate guide that you should check out.

In this article, we will only focus on what to do if outlook keeps asking for a password even though it is correct, so let’s get started.

why does outlook keep asking me for my gmail password?

If you have two-step verification enabled for your account, outlook will not be able to accept your gmail password. You can add an extra layer of protection to your account by enabling two-step verification, which is commonly known as two-factor authentication.

This protection is useful in case your password is compromised. Once you’ve set up two-step verification for your account, you’ll be able to sign in with your password and phone.

The fact that your gmail account is configured with two-step verification is the main cause of outlook persistent request to enter your password for gmail. therefore, you will need to check if your two-step verification has been disabled.

Users reported various issues similar to outlook keeps asking for gmail password error. the following are some of the most common:

• outlook can’t connect to gmail and keeps asking for password. Next, we’ll show you how to disable the two-step verification process to prevent this error from occurring.
• pop.gmail.com keeps asking for password – you can also use gmail inside of your browser to avoid the password prompt problem.
• outlook keeps asking for password even though it is correct: first of all, you need to make sure that the password is actually correct, then continue with our solutions below.
• outlook keeps asking for the password and won ‘t connect – don’t worry, we’ve got your back. every problem has a solution after all.

quick tip:

an effective method to bypass this gmail error on your pc is with a browser like opera. supports password management tools and offers enhanced security for your email.

With built-in vpn protection, this browser is best suited to help you avoid server connection issues that can lead to repetitive password issues on your gmail account.

how do i stop outlook from asking for my password?

1. enable the option allow less secure applications

1. The repeating password error often arises as a consequence of having 2-Step-Verification enabled.
2. To turn 2-Step-Verification off, open your Google Account page in a browser then click Security on the left of the page.
3. Turn off the 2-Step Verification setting there.
4. Scroll further down to the Less secure app access option.
5. Turn on the Less secure app access setting.

These are simple steps, so be sure to try them if gmail keeps asking for credentials on your computer.

2. enable imap and set a unique app password

1. Users can still fix Outlook’s repeating password error for Gmail with 2-Step-Verification by generating an app password to connect to Gmail.
2. First, check that IMAP is enabled by opening Gmail within a browser and clicking the Settings button followed by the See all settings on the menu.
3. Select the Forwarding and POP/IMAP tab.
4. Then select the Enable IMAP option. Press the Save changes button and you’re done.
5. Click your avatar then select Manage your Google Account.
6. Next, click Security on the left of the Google page that opens. Then click App Passwords.
7. Click Select app and choose Mail. Next, click the Select Device drop-down menu to select Windows Computer. Then press the Generate button.
8. Thereafter, users will see a 16-digit password appear within a yellow box. Note down that password, or copy it with the Ctrl + C hotkey.
9. Now you just need to add the new password to outlook by doing the following: Open Outlook, click File, and select the Add Account option.
10. Enter the Gmail email address you’re trying to connect with.
11. Select the Let me set up my account manually option, and press theConnect button.
12. Select the IMAP option to choose an account type.
13. Click Next on the IMAP account settings section. Then enter the new 16-digit app password, and click Connect.

if imap keeps asking for a password, setting an app password should help, so be sure to try that.

3. try using a web version or gmail

if you still get this error try accessing gmail with your web browser as a workaround, this usually solves the problem. why? because for security reasons, you may need to change your gmail password and update it in outlook.

So there are a couple of methods you can use if gmail keeps asking for a password in outlook, or on your mac or iphone. the solutions are universal, so they should work on any platform.

some users reported that they can’t log in to gmail account, and we covered this issue in detail in a separate guide, and you should definitely check it out.

did you manage to solve this problem with our solutions? let us know in the comments section. thanks for reading!