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Can't connect or add mailboxes to your sequencer?

Fixing "Error creating sequencer" / accounts that can't be selected in Instantly, Smartlead, etc.

If you see "Error creating sequencer," "Error adding accounts," or an account that can't be selected when connecting to a sequencer, here's how to resolve it.

Use the right credentials

In Settings → Sequencers, the Configure step for Instantly and Smartlead uses your sequencer login email + password — not an API key. (Workspace Name, API key, and Consent URL fields are optional.) A common cause of connection errors is entering the wrong login or having 2FA enabled on the sequencer account.

Google Workspace vs SMTP

  • Google Workspace mailboxes: connect via Settings → Sequencers, then Email accounts → Add to sequencer.

  • SMTP mailboxes: export to CSV (use the "Other" format if your tool isn't listed) and bulk-upload in the sequencer. See How do I upload emails to my cold email tool?

If your login is correct and it still fails, it's likely a backend error on our side — contact support and we'll fix it.

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