Why do we need GMail SMTP ?

<p id="isPasted">In trading, you need Gmail SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) to enable your trading platform—such as MetaTrader 4 (MT4) or MetaTrader 5 (MT5)—to send automated email notifications directly to your inbox.&nbsp;</p><p>While many platforms have built-in "push notifications" for mobile apps, SMTP serves as a critical bridge for automated email alerts that provide detailed records of trading events.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Why Traders Specifically Use Gmail SMTP</strong></p><ul><li>Automated Strategy Alerts: Expert Advisors (EAs) or custom indicators can send instant emails when specific conditions are met (e.g., a "Cable Swing" hitting a target or a stop-loss being triggered).</li><li>High Reliability &amp; Speed: Gmail's global infrastructure ensures that time-sensitive trading alerts arrive instantly and are rarely flagged as spam compared to lesser-known providers.</li><li>Mobility: It allows you to step away from your trading desk while still receiving critical market updates on any device with an email client.</li><li>Detailed Log Records: Unlike temporary app notifications, email alerts provide a permanent, searchable record of your trading activities for later review. </li></ul><p><strong>Essential Configuration for Trading Platforms </strong></p><p>To link your trading platform with Gmail, you typically use the following server details:</p><ul><li>SMTP Server: smtp.gmail.com</li><li>Port: 587 (TLS) or 465 (SSL)</li></ul><p><strong>Login: Your full Gmail address</strong></p><p>Critical Security Step: Google no longer supports using your standard account password for third-party apps like MetaTrader. You must enable 2-Step Verification and generate a unique 16-digit App Password to use as your "SMTP Password" in the platform settings.&nbsp;</p>