Yep, first thing I do whenever I add an account to Gmail is disable inbox sorting — presto, zero ads. This has been going on for years, but if OP just made a new Gmail account for the first time since 2013ish, it could be the first time they’ve seen the ads. Feels bad.
Google is putting ads in gmail. WTF? (sh.itjust.works)
Why would anyone use this over Proton Mail or the gazillion alternatives if it treats people like shit.