How to Get an Application Specific Password from Google

How to Get an Application Specific Password from Google

If you are looking to enhance the security of your Google account by using application-specific passwords, you are on the right track. Application-specific passwords are randomly generated passwords provided by Google that allow you to access your account securely without having to enter your main password. This is particularly useful for apps or devices that do not support two-factor authentication. Here's how you can get an application-specific password from Google:

1. Visit the Google account security page by logging into your Google account.
2. Click on the 'Security' tab on the left-hand side of the page.
3. Under the 'Signing in to Google' section, select 'App passwords'.
4. You may be prompted to enter your main Google account password for security verification.
5. Next, select the app and device you want to generate the application-specific password for from the drop-down menus.
6. Click on 'Generate' to create the application-specific password.
7. Use the generated password in the app or device where required.

It's important to note that you should keep your application-specific passwords secure and avoid sharing them with anyone. If you no longer use an app or device with the generated password, remember to revoke the password to maintain the security of your Google account.