MailDraft AI
Read incoming form emails from Gmail/IMAP, store them in your WordPress backend, and respond using AI-powered drafts.
Use with caution
MailDraft AI works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 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
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Rankings
Where MailDraft AI stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| AI | >100 |
| automated-reply | #83 |
| email reader | >100 |
| gpt | >100 |
| imap | #12 |
About MailDraft AI
From the official readme · v1.1.8Description
MailDraft AI is a powerful utility for businesses that want to manage their incoming lead or contact form emails directly from WordPress. It connects to your Gmail (or any IMAP-enabled) inbox, fetches emails, and organizes them in a clean dashboard.
The plugin features a built-in AI assistant powered by OpenAI, which can automatically generate professional replies based on your custom business context and the content of the email you received.
Key Features
- IMAP Integration: Securely connect to Gmail or other IMAP servers.
- Automated Sync: Fetches new emails every 5 minutes via WordPress Cron.
- AI Draft Generation: Uses OpenAI GPT to draft professional responses.
- Custom Context: Provide business-specific details for the AI to include in replies.
- Signature Support: Add professional text and image signatures to your replies.
- Unified Dashboard: View, search, and manage all your form submissions in one place.
External Services
This plugin connects to third-party services to provide its functionality.
OpenAI API
Used to generate AI-powered email draft replies.
Data sent:
– Email content
– User input text
When:
– When user generates a draft reply
Why:
– To generate intelligent email responses
Terms of Service:
https://platform.openai.com/terms/
Privacy Policy:
https://openai.com/privacy/
Development
This plugin includes minified JavaScript files for Firebase integration.
The full source code is available at:
https://github.com/secureweb16/maildraft_ai
Developers can review, modify, and rebuild assets from the source repository.
Installation
- Upload the
secureweb16-ai-email-assistantfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to ‘Form Emails’ -> ‘Settings’ to configure your IMAP credentials and OpenAI API key.
- Ensure your Gmail account has “App Passwords” enabled if you are using 2FA.
Frequently asked questions
Does this work with Gmail?
Yes, it is pre-configured for Gmail IMAP. You will need to use an “App Password” if your Gmail has 2-Step Verification enabled.
Do I need an OpenAI API Key?
Yes, for the AI draft generation feature to work, you must provide a valid OpenAI API Key in the settings.
How often are emails checked?
By default, the plugin checks for new emails every 5 minutes.
Changelog
1.1.8
- updated time range option name EmailDraft AI
1.1.7
- updated name EmailDraft AI
- Updated all function, option, and hook prefixes to secuemdr_ for uniqueness
- Updated admin menu slug from generic term to secuemdr-emails
- Updated database table names to use unique secuemdr_ prefix
1.1.6
- Fixed text domain to match plugin slug (secureweb16-ai-email-assistant)
- Updated all function, option, and hook prefixes to secuemdr_ for uniqueness
- Updated admin menu slug from generic term to secuemdr-emails
- Updated database table names to use unique secuemdr_ prefix
1.1.5
- Fixed text domain to match plugin slug (secureweb16-ai-email-assistant)
- Updated all function, option, and hook prefixes to secuemdr_ for uniqueness
- Updated admin menu slug from generic term to secuemdr-emails
- Updated database table names to use unique secuemdr_ prefix
1.1.4
- Fixed WordPress.org review issues
- Added external services documentation (OpenAI, Firebase)
- Added source code reference for minified JS
- Improved security with nonce and permission checks
- Updated plugin naming and prefix for uniqueness
1.1.3
- Fixed WordPress.org compliance issues.
- Added external services documentation.
- Improved security with nonce validation.
- Updated plugin naming and structure.
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FAQ
MailDraft AI: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026
Is MailDraft AI free?
Yes. MailDraft AI is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is MailDraft AI safe to use in 2026?
MailDraft AI works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
How many websites use MailDraft AI?
MailDraft AI is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 654 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 95 times in the last 30 days.
Does MailDraft AI work with WordPress 7.1?
MailDraft AI is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was MailDraft AI last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.8, was released on April 17, 2026 (6 months ago).
Who makes MailDraft AI?
MailDraft AI is developed and maintained by secureweb16.
What are the best alternatives to MailDraft AI?
The most popular alternatives to MailDraft AI are Elementor Website Builder (10M+ installs), All in One SEO (2M+ installs) and AI Agent by SiteGround (1M+ installs).
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