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Google account configuration (iOS device policy)

The Google account configuration lets you add a Google account to the Mail app.

When you assign this configuration to a device, the user must enter their Google credentials.

Setting Description
Google email address The full email address of the Google account.
Account description An optional description of the account. The value is displayed in the Mail and Settings apps.
User name The user’s name. The value is used for outgoing email messages.