How to send email PHP?

The simplest way to send an email with PHP is to send a text email. In the example below we first declare the variables – recipient’s email address, subject line and message body – then we pass these variables to the mail () function to send the email.

Which SMTP port should I use?

The standard port used for SMTP connections is SMTP Port 25. Mail250 too offers alternative SMTP ports – 2525, 587. For secure SMTP over SSL you can use port 465 .

How to make SMTP?

Download and Activate WP Mail SMTP. The first step is to install and activate the WP Mail SMTP plugin.

How to configure a SMTP server?

How to configure an SMTP server Select the voice “Account Settings” in your mail client, generally in the “Tools” menu. Choose the “Outgoing server (SMTP)” voice: Push the “Add…” button in order to set a new SMTP. Now simply fill the voices as follows: Description: an informal name that you will decide to identify the server (best to use the email provider’s, like Gmail or Yahoo).

What is PHP email?

PHP mail is the built in PHP function that is used to send emails from PHP scripts. The mail function accepts the following parameters; Email address. Subject. Message. CC or BC email addresses It’s a cost effective way of notifying users on important events.

How does an email function?

How Emails Work. First the sender needs to enter the email address of the recipient along with the message using an email application. This should be done at the local computers. Once it is finished and the “Send” button is clicked, the email will be going to the MTA (The Mail Transfer Agent).