Setting Up Email Integration
Email integration connects your inbox to Really Focus, allowing you to see emails in context with your tasks and schedule.
Supported Email Services
Really Focus currently supports:
Gmail
Connect with your Google account
Microsoft Outlook
Connect with your Microsoft account
Connecting Your Email
To connect your email account:
- Go to Settings > Integrations
- Click Connect next to the email service you use
- Follow the authentication prompts to grant Really Focus access
- Select which mailboxes or folders you want to include
Email Privacy and Security
When connecting your email:
- Really Focus uses OAuth for secure authentication
- We never store your email password
- You can revoke access at any time
- You control which folders are accessible
Security Note
All email data is encrypted both in transit and at rest. Our systems use industry-standard security practices to protect your sensitive information.
Features Enabled by Email Integration
Once your email is connected, you can:
- View emails directly within Really Focus
- See email context next to related tasks
- Create tasks from emails with one click
- Get AI summaries of long email threads
- Track client communications in client profiles
Viewing client emails alongside related tasks
Coming Soon: Email Task Extraction
In an upcoming update, our AI will automatically:
- Scan your incoming emails for action items
- Create suggested tasks based on email content
- Detect deadlines mentioned in emails
- Prioritize tasks based on sender and content
Troubleshooting Email Integration
If you encounter issues with your email integration:
- Connection problems: Try disconnecting and reconnecting
- Missing emails: Check the selected folders/labels
- Sync delays: Most changes sync within 5-10 minutes
Email Organization Tips
To get the most from email integration:
- Use folders or labels to organize emails
- Star/flag important emails that need action
- Archive emails once they've been handled
- Use the AI to summarize long threads