WP SMTP Mailer
WP SMTP Mailer is a simple and flexible plugin to configure SMTP settings in WordPress. It allows you to set up SMTP credentials, test email sending, and view email logs.
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WP SMTP Mailer shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (100+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 2 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.6 (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 WP SMTP Mailer stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| >100 | |
| email logs | >100 |
| smtp mailer | #38 |
| Test email | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About WP SMTP Mailer
From the official readme · v1.6Description
WP SMTP Mailer is a simple and flexible plugin to configure SMTP settings in WordPress. It allows you to set up SMTP credentials, test email sending, and view email logs.
Features
- SMTP Configuration: Configure your SMTP server settings including host, username, password, port, and encryption system.
- Test Email: Send test emails to verify your SMTP configuration.
- Email Logs: View and manage logs of outgoing emails with search, sorting, and pagination.
- Email Log Management: Automatically clears logs older than 30 days.
- Responsive Design: User-friendly interface with a responsive design for managing settings and viewing logs.
Installation
- Upload the
wp-smtp-mailerfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to the ‘WP SMTP Mailer’ menu in the WordPress admin panel to configure SMTP settings, send test emails, and view email logs.
Frequently asked questions
How do I configure SMTP settings?
Go to WP SMTP Mailer > SMTP Settings. Enter your SMTP server details such as host name, username, password, port number, and encryption system. Save the settings by clicking the “Save Changes” button.
How can I send a test email?
Navigate to WP SMTP Mailer > Test Email. Fill in the recipient email address and subject. Click “Send Test Email” to check if your SMTP settings are correctly configured.
Where can I view email logs?
Go to WP SMTP Mailer > Email Logs. You can search, sort, and paginate through the logs. Click “View” to see the body of each email.
How does the plugin manage email logs?
The plugin logs all outgoing emails and provides options to search, sort, and paginate through them. Logs older than 30 days are automatically cleared by a scheduled daily cron job.
Changelog
This update includes new features for testing emails and viewing logs, as well as improved management of email logs.
1.5.7
- Initial release with SMTP configuration options.
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FAQ
WP SMTP Mailer: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
Is WP SMTP Mailer free?
Yes. WP SMTP Mailer is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is WP SMTP Mailer safe to use in 2026?
WP SMTP Mailer shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
How many websites use WP SMTP Mailer?
WP SMTP Mailer is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,492 times since it launched in September 2018. It was downloaded 96 times in the last 30 days.
Does WP SMTP Mailer work with WordPress 7.1?
WP SMTP Mailer is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does WP SMTP Mailer need?
WP SMTP Mailer requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was WP SMTP Mailer last updated?
The latest version, 1.6, was released on July 31, 2024 (2 years ago).
Who makes WP SMTP Mailer?
WP SMTP Mailer is developed and maintained by Boopathi Rajan.
What are the best alternatives to WP SMTP Mailer?
The most popular alternatives to WP SMTP Mailer are WP Mail SMTP by WPForms (4M+ installs), MC4WP: Mailchimp for WordPr… (1M+ installs) and Easy WP SMTP (500K+ installs).
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