Gmail Accounts

• Open a Browser: Gmail can only be accessed through a Browser (Google Chrome or Firefox). SBA does not support programs like Outlook or MacMail to access your Gmail Account.  Navigate to www.gmail.com (click "Sign In" if asked)

• Log into your SBA Account - click the Mail link in the upper right-hand corner of the Google homepage. Enter the following:

  • Email - entire email address (i.e. jsmith@silverdaleba.org)

  • Password - use your Gmail password

• Once you are logged in, you can see all your incoming mail in one place

• To view an email, just click on it

• To Create an Email - click on the “Compose” button in the left sidebar, type in your recipient's email, add a subject, insert your message, then click “Send” Note: If you need to know what a certain button does, hover over it and it will tell you

• Typical Adjustments

  • Theme - choose a dark theme to make it easier to see

  • Preview Pane - Add as a lab to allow split screen viewing of email

Setting Up Gmail on an iPad/iPhone

On your iPad or iPhone, you have several apps that you could use to access your Gmail account

• Gmail App - is specifically created for Gmail accounts, this app has an advantage in that you can attach files directly from Google Drive

  • Go to the App Store and search for "Gmail" and download

  • Simple go through the app set up and log into your Google Account in the app to see all of your emails

• Apple iOS Native App - Apple’s default Mail app (using this helps with other apps that email, such as Notability)

  • First Time? - If you have never opened the app, it will immediately show you the beginning of the set-up process

  • Multiple Accounts - If you already have a different email connected to the app, go to:

    • iOS 9 and Prior - “Settings” app (which should be located somewhere on your homepage), tap on “Mail, Contacts, and Calendars” in the left side bar, then tap “Add Account.”

    • iOS 10 and After - “Settings” app (which should be located somewhere on your homepage), tap on “Mail” in the left sidebar, then tap “Account" and then "Add Account"

    • Tap on the Google logo

      • Type Email - use full email address - i.e. jdoe@silverdaleba.org

      • Type a Description - i.e. SBA Gmail and tap Next

      • Add Password and tap Next

        • Add Server as "m.google.com"

        • Leave Domain field blank

        • Add Username as your full email address - i.e. jdoe@silverdaleba.org then tap Next

        • Click "Save"

      • You should now be connected to your account

    • Now that your account is set up you can see all your emails on the left-hand side in the “Inbox.” 

What if my account has been compromised?

• Take this seriously, but don't panic.

• If you suspect that your account has been compromised (hacked) in any way or if you see suspicious activity in your account, IMMEDIATELY take the following steps:

  • Change your password

  • Complete the Gmail Security Checklist - Click here

  • Contact the SBA Help Desk - cell phone numbers are to the left

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Related Links: How to Change Gmail Password