=== SmartSMTP ===
Contributors: ThemeGrill
Tags: SMTP, email, SMTP plugin, WP Mail, mail delivery
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 7.0
Stable tag: 1.1.3
Requires PHP: 7.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

== Description ==

**Reliable Email Delivery with SmartSMTP**

Are you struggling to send emails from your WordPress site? You’re not alone. Many WordPress users experience this issue due to incorrect email server configurations.

The solution? SMTP authentication. Without it, emails from your site may get flagged as spam or blocked entirely. That's where **SmartSMTP** comes in. This plugin ensures your emails are properly authenticated, preventing spam flags and delivery failures.

With SmartSMTP, you can guarantee reliable email delivery directly from your WordPress website.

Watch a video tutorial on how to set up SmartSMTP:
[Watch Now](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1Nte7cI7TM)

== Why SmartSMTP? ==

Most web servers are not optimized for sending emails, which can cause your messages to end up in spam folders or not be sent at all. SmartSMTP solves this by handling email authentication through SMTP, ensuring secure and reliable delivery.

### Key Features:
* **Prevent Spam**: Improve email authentication, reduce spam, and boost open rates.
* **Avoid Blocks**: SMTP authentication helps ensure your emails are not blocked by default server settings.
* **Track Emails**: Detailed logs let you track email performance and troubleshoot issues quickly.
* **Improve Credibility**: Send emails from your own domain (e.g., contact@yourwebsite.com) for better deliverability and brand credibility.
* **Secure Setup**: Configure your SMTP host, encryption type, port number, and authentication details (username/password) with ease.

== Setup and Configuration ==

**Easy Configuration**
Simple, intuitive interface for configuring your SMTP settings.

**Video Tutorials & Documentation**
Access comprehensive video guides and documentation to walk you through every step.

**Test Email Functionality**
Send test emails to verify everything is working before going live.

== SMTP Settings ==

* SMTP Host: Set your SMTP host (e.g., smtp.gmail.com)
* SMTP Port: Choose the correct port for your SMTP server
* Encryption Type: SSL/TLS options for secure email transmission
* SMTP Authentication: Prevent unauthorized access by securely authenticating your server
* Sender’s Email Address: Send emails from your own domain to improve deliverability
* Sender’s Name: Customize the sender name that appears in your emails
* Reply-To Email: Set a reply-to address for improved communication
* SMTP Username & Password: Securely store your SMTP credentials

== Email Logs and Debugging ==

* **Email Logs**: Keep track of all sent emails with detailed logs.
* **Delivery Status**: Monitor the status of each email.
* **Email Filters**: Apply filters to sort your email logs by status, date, and more.

== Integrations ==

* **Brevo (formerly Sendinblue)**: Seamlessly integrate with Brevo for enhanced email delivery.
* **Custom SMTP Support**: Compatible with any custom SMTP setup for maximum flexibility.

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== Screenshots ==

1. SMTP settings page
2. Email logs
3. Test email functionality
4. SMTP configuration setup

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Why are my emails not sending? =
Most email delivery issues are caused by improper SMTP configurations. Ensure that your SMTP host, port, and credentials are correctly set up. Also, verify that your server supports the encryption type you selected.

= Can I send emails from my domain? =
Yes! SmartSMTP allows you to send emails from your domain (e.g., contact@yourwebsite.com), which improves both deliverability and credibility.

= How can I report security bugs? =
You can report security bugs through the Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program. The Patchstack team help validate, triage and handle any security vulnerabilities. [Report a security vulnerability.](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/31399e61-83a6-4c42-9ebf-dee583d5b114)

== Changelog ==

= 1.1.3   - xx-xx-2026 =
* Feature - One-Click Gmail setup via OAuth; no manual SMTP credentials required.

= 1.1.2   - 11-07-2025 =
* Fix     - Added support for .marketing domain extensions.

= 1.1.1   - 21-04-2025 =
* Feature - Dashboard page.
* Feature - Fallback connection.
* Feature - Gmail service provider.
* Tweak   - Enforced "From Name" and "From Email Address" options.
* Fix 	  - Minor design improvements.

= 1.0.1  - 29-10-2024 =
* Fix    - Readme content.

= 1.0.0   - 29-10-2024 =
* Feature - Initial release.
