Why can't I log into my Google Account all of a sudden?

[AC Question]

I have enjoyed my Samsung Galaxy Tablet 3 Lite up until recently, when, as if out of nowhere, my device decided that I was unworthy of the Google Play Store. I searched far and wide on the internet and have found various solutions, none of which have worked (I will admit, however, that I may simply be too much of a moron to do them correctly), which has brought me to factory reset my device. This seemed like a good idea at the time, and even slightly after when my device powered on after the reset, but when I was given the choice of logging into my Google account (Given the choice between "Existing" and "New") I am able to select the "Existing" button and enter my information, but when I attempt to act further a screen appears "Signing In" and then shortly after is replaced by "Couldn't sign in; Can't establish a reliable connection to the server. This could be a temporary problem. Try again or connect to another Wi-Fi network." and then, upon clicking "Next" it takes me back to the screen to select my wifi network and the process repeats endlessly. I initially thought that it was just bad timing, and so I tried continuously for longer than I'd like to admit with different networks and accounts, but nothing ever changed, and now I am here honestly disappointed that my marvelous device has become utterly useless due to an issue I don't even know. Please help.

 

[the tall guy]

Hi - the first thing to do would be to establish a strong WiFi connection and try again. Have you recently changed your Google password? try logging into Gmail on a PC using the details you think are correct - does it let you?

 

[Javier P]

Also, do you have the 2-step verification enabled for that account? If so, disable it temporarily and see if it makes a difference.

 

[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! Try using a different wi-fi network as well. If it works on a different network, then there may be an issue with your home router. You might have to log into the router settings and try disabling IPv6.

 

[Johnathon Frost]

As I said I have tried with several accounts, wifi connections, and I am fine on every other stance, it is simply the tablet which isn't working as far as I know

 

[Johnathon Frost]

I have attempted the 2-set verification, though I have found it a bit confusing (I'm pretty technologically dumb) but I have a friend who is a bit more advanced coming over to help.

 

[Johnathon Frost]

The 2-step verification is of no use in this matter, as I can't even login to my google account on the device. Anything where a google account on the device is required is impossible, as I cannot access said account on the device. I honestly don't know what could be wrong but I assure You that it is not something to do with Wifi, Routers, or connection strength. I can say that I have tried everything I have been able to find on the internet at least once, and I am still clueless.

 

[Javier P]

The 2-step verification is of no use in this matter, as I can't even login to my google account on the device. Anything where a google account on the device is required is impossible, as I cannot access said account on the device.

That needs to be done on a different device. You could also create a new Google account and see if you can use it to log in.

 

[B. Diddy]

As I said I have tried with several accounts, wifi connections, and I am fine on every other stance, it is simply the tablet which isn't working as far as I know

Sorry, I missed that in my initial reading!

If you have 2-step authentication turned on for your Google account, turn it off temporarily. This can sometimes interfere when you're trying to log back into a device.

Also, did you recently change your Google password online? If so, then you'd have to wait for 72 hours before you can log back into the device.