Quick answer: Google announced an expanded set of Connected Apps for Gemini on August 12, 2026, with rollout occurring over the following weeks. To check your account, open Gemini, go to Settings & help → Connected Apps, and enable only the services you want Gemini to use. You can then type @ in a prompt to choose a connected app.
Availability warning: Google says the app list varies by device, country, language and Gemini surface. If an app below does not appear for you yet, check again later rather than assuming your account is broken.
Gemini Connected Apps setup checklist
- Sign in at gemini.google.com or open the Gemini mobile app.
- Check Keep Activity. Google says most Connected Apps on the web and iOS are unavailable when it is off; Android retains a smaller set of device and communication apps.
- Open Settings & help → Connected Apps. If that option is not visible, open Personal Intelligence → Connected Apps.
- Review each app and turn on only what you need. Follow any permission or sign-in screen.
- Start a new chat, type
@, select an app and try one low-risk test prompt. - Check the output before allowing Gemini to create, send, book, share or modify anything.
These steps and limitations come from Google’s Connected Apps help page. The fresh rollout was announced on the Google blog.
Which apps can Gemini connect to?
Google’s current help page groups supported connections as follows. The exact choices shown in your account can be narrower.
| Use | Examples listed by Google |
|---|---|
| Work and files | Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Drive, Keep, Tasks, Dropbox, GitHub and Google Business Profile |
| Media and photos | Spotify, YouTube Music, Google Photos and Samsung Gallery |
| Shopping and bookings | Google Play, Instacart, OpenTable and Zillow |
| Travel | Viator, plus public information from Google Flights, Hotels and Maps |
| Communication on Android | Phone, Messages, WhatsApp and Contacts |
| Devices | Google Home, Android Utilities and supported manufacturer calendar or notes apps |
25 copy-paste prompts
Replace the bracketed details and select the named app with @. Always review sensitive data and confirm actions before submission.
Gmail, Calendar and Drive
@Gmail summarize unread emails from [client/team] since [date] and list decisions and deadlines.@Gmail find the latest message about [project] and draft a concise reply; do not send it.@Google Calendar show open 45-minute slots between [dates] during [working hours].@Google Calendar create a tentative event for [topic] on [date/time] with this agenda: [agenda].@Google Drive find files about [project], group them by type and link the five most relevant.@Google Drive summarize [file name] into risks, decisions, owners and next actions.@Google Tasks create a checklist from these deliverables, but show me the proposed tasks before saving: [list].@Google Keep save this packing checklist after removing duplicates: [list].
GitHub and Dropbox
@GitHub explain the architecture of the imported repository for a new developer.@GitHub locate where [feature] is implemented and list the relevant files and functions.@GitHub review this repository for likely test gaps; separate evidence from suggestions.@GitHub draft a pull-request checklist for changing [component].@Dropbox find the newest version of [document] and summarize what changed.@Dropbox list files shared for [project] and flag unclear or duplicate filenames.
Travel, restaurants and shopping
@Viator find [activity type] in [city] for [date], suitable for [requirements]. Do not book.@OpenTable find dinner options near [area] for [people/date/time] with [dietary need]. Do not book.@Zillow find rentals in [location] under [budget] with [requirements]; return a comparison table.@Instacart turn this seven-day meal plan into a grocery list grouped by aisle: [plan].Compare public flight options from [origin] to [destination] on [dates], including duration and stops.Build a two-day [city] itinerary around these interests: [interests], minimizing travel time.
Media, contacts and smart devices
@Spotify create a focused-work playlist based on [artists/genres], avoiding explicit tracks.@Google Photos find photos from [place/date/event] and summarize the groups you found; do not share anything.@Contacts find the contact details saved for [name]; do not message or call.@WhatsApp draft a message to [contact] confirming [details], but ask before sending.@Google Home turn off [device/room] at [time]. Repeat the proposed action before executing.
Privacy and admin checks before rollout
- Connect the minimum number of apps needed for the task.
- Use test files and non-sensitive prompts first.
- Review any action that sends a message, creates an event, shares a file or makes a booking.
- Disconnect apps you no longer use from the same Connected Apps screen.
- For work accounts, ask your Workspace administrator which services are enabled and what organizational policies apply.
For managed Workspace accounts, Google says administrators control access to Workspace apps, Classroom and other Google apps. Its admin guide says Workspace connections are on by default, but organization settings and disabled services can affect availability. Admin-setting changes can take up to 24 hours, though Google says they typically apply faster. See the official Workspace admin instructions.
Frequently asked questions
How do I open Connected Apps in Gemini?
On the Gemini web app, open Settings & help and select Connected Apps. If it is not shown there, check Personal Intelligence and then Connected Apps.
Why is a Gemini Connected App missing?
Google says availability varies by device, country, language and Gemini app. The August 12 announcement also describes a rollout over the following weeks, so a newly announced connection may not be available to every account immediately.
Can I force Gemini to use a specific app?
Type @ in the prompt box and choose the app. If it is not connected, Gemini may connect it or ask for permission.
Do Connected Apps work when Keep Activity is off?
Support is limited. Google says Connected Apps are unavailable on the Gemini web app, iOS and smart watches when Keep Activity is off. On Android, Utilities, Phone, Messages and WhatsApp may remain available.
Can Workspace admins control Gemini app access?
Yes. Workspace administrators can manage access to Workspace apps, Classroom and other Google services from the Admin console.
Updated August 13, 2026. App availability and permissions can change; verify the live Connected Apps screen and Google help documentation before relying on a workflow.