> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://missiveapp.com/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://missiveapp.com/docs/support/search-gmail-by-date.md).

# How to Search Gmail by Date

Search Gmail by date range using Missive's advanced search.

Gmail search operators let you find emails from specific dates or time periods. These operators work in both Gmail and email clients that support them, like Missive.

[Missive](https://missiveapp.com) supports Gmail's search operators when you have a Gmail account connected. Type these operators directly in Missive's search bar to find emails by date.

## Date search operators

### Find emails after a specific date

```
after:2024/01/15
```

or

```
newer:2024/01/15
```

### Find emails before a specific date

```
before:2024/06/01
```

or

```
older:2024/06/01
```

### Find emails older than a time period

* `older_than:7d` - Older than 7 days
* `older_than:2m` - Older than 2 months
* `older_than:1y` - Older than 1 year

### Find emails newer than a time period

* `newer_than:7d` - Newer than 7 days
* `newer_than:2m` - Newer than 2 months
* `newer_than:1y` - Newer than 1 year

## Combine with other filters

You can combine date operators with other search terms:

* `from:boss@company.com after:2024/01/01` - Emails from a specific sender after a date
* `has:attachment older_than:6m` - Emails with attachments older than 6 months
* `in:inbox before:2024/01/01` - Inbox emails before a specific date

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**Related:** [Search and filter](/docs/core-features/search-and-filter.md) | [Gmail FAQ](/docs/core-features/connected-accounts/email-accounts/gmail-google-workspace/faq.md)


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