Mail via Resend
A WordPress plugin that routes all wp_mail() calls through Resend, providing reliable email delivery with comprehensive logging and management features.
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Mail via Resend shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Mail via Resend stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| >100 | |
| email logging | >100 |
| >100 | |
| resend | #50 |
| smtp | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Mail via Resend
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
A WordPress plugin that routes all wp_mail() calls through Resend, providing reliable email delivery with comprehensive logging and management features.
Note: This plugin is not officially associated with or endorsed by Resend. It is an independent, community-developed plugin that integrates with Resend’s API service.
Features
- Resend Integration: All WordPress emails are automatically sent via Resend API
- Email Logging: Complete email log with searchable, paginated interface
- Settings Management: Easy configuration of API key and default email settings
- Automatic Cleanup: Configurable log retention with automatic cleanup via WP-Cron
- Developer Friendly: Hooks and filters for extensibility
Configuration
Navigate to Settings → Resend in the WordPress admin menu to configure your API key and email settings.
Access the email log via Tools → Email Log in the WordPress admin menu.
Privacy Policy
This plugin collects and stores the following data:
- Email addresses of recipients (stored locally in your database)
- Email subjects and body excerpts (first 500 characters, stored locally)
- Email headers (stored locally)
- Email delivery status and Resend API response IDs (stored locally)
All data is stored locally in your WordPress database and is not transmitted to any third-party service except Resend for the purpose of sending emails. Email logs are stored in a custom database table and can be managed or deleted through the plugin’s admin interface.
By using this plugin, you consent to sending emails through the Resend service. Please review Resend’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for information about how Resend handles your data.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to
/wp-content/plugins/mail-via-resend/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Navigate to Settings → Resend in the WordPress admin menu and configure your API key
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Resend account?
Yes, you need to sign up for a Resend account at https://resend.com and obtain an API key.
Where are the settings?
Settings are located at Settings → Resend in the WordPress admin menu.
Where is the email log?
The email log is located at Tools → Email Log in the WordPress admin menu.
Does this plugin track users?
No. All data is stored locally in your WordPress database. The plugin only communicates with Resend’s API to send emails.
Changelog
WordPress 6.9 compatibility and improved From/Sender handling when sending via Resend.
1.0.1
- Confirmed compatibility with WordPress 6.9.
- Preserve PHPMailer-derived From/Sender headers when routing mail through Resend to align with wp_mail() behavior in WordPress 6.9.
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Resend API integration
- Email logging functionality
- Admin settings page
- Email log management interface
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FAQ
Mail via Resend: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 20, 2026
Is Mail via Resend free?
Yes. Mail via Resend is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Mail via Resend safe to use in 2026?
Mail via Resend shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Mail via Resend?
Mail via Resend is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 427 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 56 times in the last 30 days.
Does Mail via Resend work with WordPress 7.1?
Mail via Resend is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Mail via Resend need?
Mail via Resend requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Mail via Resend last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on December 4, 2025 (11 months ago).
Who makes Mail via Resend?
Mail via Resend is developed and maintained by webscapenz.
What are the best alternatives to Mail via Resend?
The most popular alternatives to Mail via Resend are WP Mail SMTP by WPForms (4M+ installs), MC4WP: Mailchimp for WordPr… (1M+ installs) and Easy WP SMTP (500K+ installs).
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