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How do I set up email forwarding in Gmail?

Asked 6 months ago
To set up email forwarding in Gmail, the user must first access their Gmail account and proceed to the settings menu. This can be done by clicking on the gear icon located in the upper right corner of the Gmail interface. Once the settings menu appears, the user should click on "See all settings" to access the full settings page. Next, the user will find a tab labeled "Forwarding and POP/IMAP." By selecting this tab, the user can begin the process of configuring email forwarding. The user will need to click on the "Add a forwarding address" button, where they will be prompted to enter the email address to which they would like their emails to be forwarded. After entering the email address, the user should click "Next" and then confirm their choice in the pop-up window that appears. Once the user has submitted the forwarding address, they will receive a verification email at that address. It is necessary for the user to open the verification email and click on the confirmation link contained within it in order to complete the setup process. Returning to the Gmail settings, the user should check the box next to "Forward a copy of incoming mail to," and select the desired behavior for the original emails in Gmail, such as keeping Gmail’s copy in the inbox or archiving it. Finally, the user should ensure to save changes at the bottom of the page. This completes the email forwarding setup in Gmail, and the user will now receive forwarded emails to the specified address. For any additional assistance or specific concerns, the user may wish to look for support options on the current web page.
Answered Jun 14th 2025

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