Allows you to configure and use a SMTP server (such as Gmail) for sending emails.
As of April 2026, SMTP is a WordPress mail plugin with 700 active installations and a 2.5/5 rating from 4 reviews. It has been downloaded 82K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.0+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2011. Last updated 8 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Flamingo.
This plugin configures WordPress to use a SMTP server when sending emails instead of the default PHP mail() function.
It also creates a settings page where you can enter the SMTP server details and authenticatin credentials if needed.
| WordPress | 3.0+ requiredTested up to 3.3.2 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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