App Passwords

An App Password is a provider-issued credential used to allow third-party systems (such as FAOS) to send emails through your mailbox without exposing your primary account password.

When to Use an App Password

App Passwords are typically used when OAuth is not available for SMTP sending, or when your email provider requires a dedicated credential for external applications.

Example: Google Account

General Creation Steps

1. Sign in to your email provider account.
2. Locate the security or authentication section.
3. Generate a new app-specific password for “Mail” or for a custom app (e.g., “FAOS”).
4. Copy the generated password (it is often shown only once).

Using the App Password in FAOS

• Go to Email Settings (after login).
• Enter your email address and the generated App Password.
• Save and test your configuration if available.

Security Responsibility

• Protect your App Password as confidential information.
• Revoke and regenerate credentials if compromise is suspected.
• Rotate credentials when staff access changes.

Limitations

FAOS does not control your email provider’s policies, sending limits, spam filtering, or account suspension rules. Email delivery depends on your provider’s configuration and compliance with its terms of service.

Related references: Email System · Email Auth Options · Terms