To send a PEC with Gmail, you need to have a PEC account. You can sign up for a PEC account with the Italian Postal Service or one of its authorized providers. Once you have your PEC account set up, follow these steps to send a certified email from Gmail:
Step 1: Compose a new email in Gmail
To get started, log in to your Gmail account and click on the red button that says “Compose” to start a new email.
Step 2: Add the recipient’s PEC address
In the “To” field of the email, enter the recipient’s PEC address instead of their regular email address. A PEC address looks similar to a regular email address, but it ends with “@pec.it” or “@legalmail.it”.
Step 3: Add your own PEC address in the “Cc” field
To prove that you sent this email from your certified account, you need to add your own PEC address in the “Cc” field of the email. This way, the recipient can see that the email was sent from a verified PEC account.
Step 4: Compose your message
Compose your message just like you would any other email. The only difference is that this email will be sent as a certified email and will have a digital signature to prove its authenticity.
Step 5: Attach any necessary documents
If you need to send any documents, attach them to the email just like you would any other email.
Step 6: Click “Send”
When you’re ready to send your certified email, click the blue “Send” button. You’ll receive a notification letting you know that the email has been sent as a certified email.
Congratulations! You’ve just sent a certified email from Gmail. The recipient will receive the email in their PEC account and will be able to see that it was sent from a verified PEC account. They’ll also be able to view any attached documents with the assurance that the email is legally valid and secure.
Sending a certified email is a smart choice when you need to exchange sensitive information, such as legal documents or financial information. By following these steps, you can easily send a PEC from your Gmail account and ensure that your email is legally valid and secure.