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Most people are generally unaware of how the WordPress wp_mail function works, how their hosting plan plays a role in tracking down email issues, and what to do to fix things so wp_mail sends email with some reliability. This article discusses how to track down some common problems sending email with wp_mail, how to troubleshoot wp_mail, and some simple solutions to common problems.
I have several other posts on how to improve the reliability of email sent via wp_mail and how to troubleshoot your WordPress email settings. Most of these posts focus on sending email. But WordPress email sent to spam is also a common problem.
How can you optimize WordPress email to make messages less likely to end up flagged as spam by the receiver?
How you set up WordPress email matters, and this simple change will fix the problem.
[Read more…]Here’s a simple way to make WordPress email more reliable using SMTP. These instructions will make your WP mail secure and robust.
Dealing with getting WordPress to properly send email can be a source of frustration for even a seasoned developer. Relying on the web server to send mail (which is what WordPress’ wp_mail() function does by default) is unreliable and insecure.
Here’s a simple method to change that – without needing a plugin. A plugin is a simple solution, and there are some good ones out there; but this method will give you the same benefit in a smooth and secure configuration for wp mail SMTP.
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