How To set up a professional email with Gmail, follow these steps:

Step 1: Sign in to Your Gmail Account

1. Open your Gmail account by visiting Gmail.
2. Enter your email address and password to log in.

Step 2: Open Settings

1. Click on the gear icon in the top right corner.
2. Select "See all settings."

Step 3: Navigate to Accounts and Import

1. In the settings menu, click on the "Accounts and Import" tab.

Step 4: Add a Professional Email Account

1. Under the "Send mail as" section, click on "Add another email address."
2. A pop-up window will appear. Enter your professional email address and click "Next Step."

Step 5: Configure SMTP Server

1. Enter the SMTP server details for your professional email. This information is usually provided by your email hosting provider.
2. Enter your username and password for your professional email account.
3. Select the correct port (usually 465 for SSL or 587 for TLS).
4. Click "Add Account."

Step 6: Verify Your Professional Email

1. Gmail will send a verification code to your professional email address.
2. Check your professional email account for the verification code.
3. Enter the verification code in the pop-up window and click "Verify."

Step 7: Set as Default

1. Go back to the "Accounts and Import" tab.
2. Under the "Send mail as" section, click on "make default" next to your professional email address.

Step 8: Check Your Setup

1. Compose a new email and select your professional email from the "From" dropdown menu.
2. Send a test email to ensure everything is working correctly.

Reference Video

For a visual guide, you can watch this video: How to Set Up Professional Email with Gmail.

Following these steps will help you integrate your professional email with Gmail, allowing you to manage all your emails from one place efficiently. If you encounter any issues, refer to your email hosting provider's documentation for specific SMTP settings.