I'm setting up a new phone to synchronize with my Google Contacts, Calendar and maybe Mail.
However, I feel very uncomfortable entering my central Google password into the phone. What happens if it's stolen? I would like a separate password that I can enter into the phone.
However, the only way I can do this seems to be by activating 2-step verification, something I do not want to do because I often travel without my phone.
Is there any way for me to get a separate password to use on my phone?
Best Answer
You can't have two different passwords for the same account. What you can do is either:
Yes, these are very looooong shots, but what you are asking for is not that simple (or even possible, for that matter).
Edit:
What you can also do is setup the two-step verification, indeed. This way, you will have a special app password that allows it to connect to your account.
From this Accounts help page (emphasis by me).