First sync

Your first sync imports recent mail and prepares AI summaries automatically after you connect an account.

What to expect

• Initial sync can take a few minutes for large inboxes.

• Relay continues syncing in the background every 10 minutes.

• Gmail OAuth accounts can receive near real-time updates.

Tips

• Let the initial sync finish before troubleshooting.

• Use manual sync from the account settings page if you need a one-off refresh.

• Large attachments can slow down sync.

Related guides

• Sync Problems

• Notifications and Sync