Bug 507809 - Google blocks login when adding Google account via KDE Online Accounts
Summary: Google blocks login when adding Google account via KDE Online Accounts
Status: REPORTED
Alias: None
Product: KAccounts
Classification: Frameworks and Libraries
Component: general (other bugs)
Version First Reported In: unspecified
Platform: Ubuntu Linux
: NOR major
Target Milestone: ---
Assignee: Plasma Bugs List
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Reported: 2025-08-03 11:38 UTC by abdullah
Modified: 2025-08-03 11:41 UTC (History)
3 users (show)

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2025-08-03 11:38 UTC, abdullah
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Description abdullah 2025-08-03 11:38:53 UTC
Created attachment 183759 [details]
Google blocks login when adding Google account via KDE Online Accounts

Hello,

I recently switched to KDE Plasma on Ubuntu specifically because of its built-in Online Accounts feature, which allows for Google Drive integration directly in the file manager (Dolphin). My work depends heavily on accessing and syncing files with Google Drive on a daily basis.

Unfortunately, when I try to add my Google account through System Settings → Online Accounts, the login process is blocked by Google, which flags it as a suspicious or insecure login attempt. As a result, I cannot connect my account or access Google Drive at all through the desktop.

This issue is critical for users like me who rely on this integration professionally. I suspect the problem is caused by the absence of a verified or registered OAuth client ID for KDE with Google.

Please consider:
- Registering KDE’s Google integration as a verified OAuth application
- Or allowing users to enter their own Google API credentials
- Or providing alternative login flows compatible with Google's new OAuth restrictions

Thank you for your time and your work on KDE.