You can configure your mobile device(s) to access your UD email, calendar and documents on the go. Follow the configuration instructions below for your device type / preferred application:
Gmail app (Android or iOS)
- Google provides a native Gmail app that comes preinstalled on Android devices. On iOS, it can be downloaded here.
- This app gives access to your full mailbox and also functions as the main app for Google Chat, if you take advantage of that feature.
- Gmail app setup instructions are here.
Android OS mail app
- Open Settings. Navigate to Accounts > Add account.
- Select Google.
- Select Existing.
- Log in using your Porches LDAP account credentials.
- Proceed with 2-factor authentication.
- Click on your Google Account under Accounts and check off which apps you want synced to your device.
Apple iOS mail app
- Go to Settings > Mail > Accounts > Add Account. Choose Google.
- Enter your full UD email address (ex. rudyflyer@udayton.edu ) and press Next.
- Enter your Porches LDAP then press Next.
- Proceed with 2-factor authentication.
- Select Mail and any other Apps you want your account to use.
- Press Save.
Mobile device security
If you’re checking your UD Gmail or other resources from your smartphone, take steps to keep your device and data safe. Here are some recommendations:
- Physically label your device with your name and a phone number at which you may be contacted. Be sure to note your device's serial number in your own records.
- Install operating system and application (app) updates as soon as they become available.
- If your device supports encryption, enable it.
- Set a reasonable, hard-to-guess password. 4-6 digits are acceptable if used in combination with an auto-erase policy (see #5 below).
- Set your device to auto-erase after 10-15 failed login attempts (if available).
- Set your device to auto-lock after 10-15 minutes.
- Periodically back up the contents of your device and check that you aren't storing any sensitive documents.