Configuring Gmail (Google Workspace) SMTP Server in Brevity
If you use Google Workspace as your email provider, you should complete the setup below to allow Brevity to relay via your account. This setup will allow you to send emails for email addresses for all accepted domains within your Google Workspace account. These are advanced configuration and is best done by an IT professional.
Settings for configuring direct send
SMTP Fields | SMTP Configuration |
|---|---|
SMTP Server | smtp-relay.gmail.com |
SMTP Port | 587 |
SMTP Enable SSL | Yes |
SMTP Username | (not required) |
SMTP Password | (not required) |
Configure an SPF record
You need to tell Google Workspace (and the internet) that Brevity is allowed to send emails on your behalf. The way to do this is by configuring an SPF record for your domain. Below is an example of an SPF txt record that must be added:
v=spf1 a:your_instance.brevity.com.au -all
Skipping this step might cause emails to be rejected by Google Workspace or be sent to recipients' junk mail folder.
Allow Brevity Server to Relay
Sign in to your Google Admin console. You must sign in using an administrator account that has permissions to make changes to your account.
In the Admin console, go to Menu
AppsGoogle WorkspaceGmailRouting.You can add, edit, and delete the SMTP relay service setting at the top-level organization only. You can view the setting at the child organizational unit level.Scroll to SMTP relay service and click Configure. If the setting is already configured, click Edit or Add another.
Complete with the following settings:
Click Save.
Please note that changes can take up to 24 hours