How to Configure SMTP and Transactional Email for WordPress

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Are you tired of the uncertainty and frustration that comes with sending emails from your WordPress website? You're not alone.
If I had a nickel for every frustrated post in TAB on this topic, well, I’d have a shit-load of nickels!
Many WordPress users find themselves lost in a maze of technical jargon and incomplete solutions, leading to emails that end up in spam folders - or worse - never sent at all.
If that sounds all-too familiar, then you’re going to love what we’ve cooked up for you!
With the help of Mark Westguard (creator of WS Form and SMTP aficionado), we're going to end this frustration once and for all! 💪
On May 24th, we're going to address the core issues head-on and provide you with the knowledge and tools to ensure your emails not only leave your server but also land right where they should - in your recipient's inbox.
*Here's what we'll cover:*
*📧 Overview of WordPress Emails:* Understand the different types of emails sent by your WordPress site, like password resets and form submissions.
*🚀 Email Delivery Methods:* Explore how emails are sent from WordPress sites, the limitations of default PHP mail, and why SMTP is a superior alternative.
*🛡️ Benefits of Using SMTP:* Discover the advantages of using SMTP for sending emails, including enhanced security, reliability, and deliverability.
*🔍 Your SMTP Options:* Compare popular SMTP services like Mailgun, SendGrid, and Postmark, and learn how to select the best one for your needs.
*🔧 How to Set Up an SMTP Solution:* Get a step-by-step guide on configuring SMTP settings on your WordPress site to improve email deliverability.
*💼 Offering SMTP as a Service:* Learn how to include SMTP setup in your service offerings, enhancing value for your clients and ensuring their communications run smoothly.
This webinar has been carefully designed to turn the complex subject of WordPress email delivery into clear, actionable steps - specifically for the freelancer and agency owner delivering these services to clients.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to finally master WordPress email delivery.
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[@whatznext28]

Thanks for doing this! Though I'm a SendGrid user I was able to follow along and get it setup using the Post SMTP plugin and WS Form. This was a lifesaver!

[@user-wi9kh4mu7z]

Thanks so much guys, Super helpful and really well presented. Much appreciated

[@TheAdminBar]

Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@nicole.makes.websites]

This is great, thanks so much!

[@TheAdminBar]

Glad it was helpful! ❤ Thanks for watching!

[@visualmodo]

Truly good work!!!

[@TheAdminBar]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Glow_Machine]

There is a type-o in your link to the accompanying blog post (top of video info text). Great content as always!

[@TheAdminBar]

DOH! Thank you for that!

[@samd4745]

Thank you so much for sharing this knowledge. I’ve been using gmail until now but will 100% be using Postmark, this looks so simple and stress free 😅 One silly question please….if I’m adding a client to my Postmark account, am I right to presume that I will need to add the sender signature DKIM and Return Path records for their domain to their DNS before I can then create a folder/server for them?

[@TheAdminBar]

You don't _have to_ do it in that order, but you won't have an API to connect them until you create the sever.

[@samd4745]

@@TheAdminBar cool, thank makes sense! Thank you so much 💪🏼

[@susandonnison]

Does Fluent SMTP also allow you to not have to have a real email address as long as its linked to your domain?

[@TheAdminBar]

Fluent SMTP is **not** an SMTP service - it's a SMTP **SERVICE** that can facilitate that. Fluent just connects you to a service.

[@quantum_leap]

Funny, seems like DMARC monitoring is not a free service as suggested on the video, rather than a paid addon.

[@TheAdminBar]

Not sure where youre seeing that... You can sign up free here: dmarc.postmarkapp.com/

[@quantum_leap]

@@TheAdminBar Yeah, seems that this is registration for a 14 day trial, after that it starts at $14/month per domain.

[@brickslabel]

@@quantum_leap it's just a poor pattern-- they offer both: free and paid. The signup is for the free service, but the prominent banner up top makes it seem like it's for their pro version. The outlined button is not highlighted either (the "compare to free version").

[@quantum_leap]

@@brickslabel True, I was also checking from my mobile phone, the "Compare to free version" wasn't visible at all. Thank you.