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How to Send WordPress Emails via SMTP (Fix Contact Form Not Sending)

Wordpress smtp setup

Updated: December 28, 2025 • Use this as a practical workflow. Provider dashboards change—adapt the steps to your UI.

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Symptoms

  • Contact form submissions don’t arrive.
  • Password reset emails fail.
  • Order emails go to spam.

Fix overview

  • Use an SMTP plugin.
  • Authenticate your domain (SPF/DKIM/DMARC).
  • Send test mail and monitor deliverability.

Step-by-step

  • Pick an email provider or SMTP service.
  • Install a reputable SMTP plugin.
  • Enter SMTP credentials / API key.
  • Send a test email.
  • Check spam folder and adjust.