Reminders

Reminders let you set a follow-up alert on any sent or incoming email so nothing slips through the cracks. You can view upcoming Reminders in the Scheduled tab of the Activity Feed at the top of Gmail.

Setting a reminder

While composing an email, click the Remind button (bell icon) at the bottom of the compose window to set a Reminder. You can also set one retroactively on a sent email, or on an incoming message you're not ready to respond to, by opening the message and clicking Remind in the upper right corner.

1. Click Remind.
2. Choose whether you want to be reminded only if the recipient doesn't reply, or regardless of whether they reply.
3. Set your date, time, and parameters, or choose a pre-listed option.
4. Click Confirm.

Frequently asked questions

Can I change my default Reminder time?

Yes. On the Reminder setup page, hover over your preferred time and click the star icon to save it as your default.

Where do I view my upcoming Reminders?

In the Scheduled tab of the Activity Feed at the top of Gmail.