=== SMTP (by ROBOTSTXT) ===
Contributors: robotstxt, javiercasares
Tags: smtp, email, mail
Requires at least: 5.9
Tested up to: 7.1
Stable tag: 2.2.5
Requires PHP: 8.0
Version: 2.2.5
License: GPL-3.0-or-later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

Send every site email through a fully configurable SMTP server managed from the WordPress dashboard.

== Description ==

SMTP (by ROBOTSTXT) replaces WordPress' native mail delivery with a secure SMTP connection and detailed guidance. The plugin is built for marketing teams, agencies, and technical departments that need a clear, complete solution ready for multisite installations.

= Guided PHPMailer configuration =

* Routes `wp_mail()` through PHPMailer in SMTP mode with support for credentials, custom ports, and the `None`, `SSL`, or `TLS` encryption methods.
* Adds inline help text with practical examples in every field: host, port, username, password, sender email, and sender name.
* Automatically changes the port when it matches the default value for the selected encryption type (25, 465, or 587).
* Lets you set default sender information for the site to keep a consistent identity across outgoing messages.

= Tools for support and marketing teams =

* **Settings → SMTP → Test** screen for sending manual test emails and confirming the connection to the server.
* **Tools** panel packed with diagnostics: automatic MX lookup, SPF/DKIM/DMARC checks, extended SMTP server diagnostics, and DNS reputation monitoring.
* Caches results from each tool for 24 hours (with a manual refresh option) to streamline recurring tasks for your team.

= Comprehensive delivery logs =

* Saves the subject, recipients, headers, content, and attachments for every email sent.
* Browse logs from **Settings → SMTP → Logs** with pagination and access to the details of each delivery.
* Configure automatic cleanup by maximum entries or age in days, plus an instant "Clear all" button to wipe the history.

= Multisite-ready configuration =

* Choose whether the configuration applies to the entire network or individually per site.
* Dedicated forms in both the network dashboard and each site to edit, test, and share credentials securely.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin folder to `wp-content/plugins/`.
2. Activate **SMTP (by ROBOTSTXT)** from the **Plugins** menu in the WordPress dashboard.
3. Open **Settings → SMTP** (or **Network Settings → SMTP** in multisite) to enter your connection details.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Do I need credentials to send email? =

Enter a username and password only if your provider requires them. If the server accepts unauthenticated delivery, leave the fields blank and the plugin will send without credentials.

= Which encryption should I use? =

Select `None`, `SSL`, or `TLS` according to your provider's documentation. When you switch encryption, the plugin will automatically suggest the recommended port if you are using one of the standard values.

= How can I review the emails that were sent? =

Enable logging on the settings page and visit **Settings → SMTP → Logs** to open the paginated table of saved emails. From there you can inspect each entry, download attachments, and delete records.

= Does it work on a multisite network? =

Yes. From the network dashboard you can decide whether the configuration is global or site-specific. You can also run the tools and send test emails from the network or from each individual site.

== Compatibility ==

* WordPress: 5.9 - 7.1
* PHP: 8.0 - 8.5

== Changelog ==

= 2.2.5 =

_Release date: 2026-08-24_

**Changed**

* Release package cleaned: `CHANGELOG.md` and `.gitignore` are no longer included in the distributed ZIP file. No functional changes.

**Compatibility**

* WordPress: 5.9 - 7.1
* PHP: 8.0 - 8.5

= 2.2.4 =

_Release date: 2026-08-17_

**Added**

* Dismissible notice on the Plugins pages when the [Manager (by ROBOTSTXT)](https://www.robotstxt.software/plugins/robotstxt-manager/) plugin is not installed and active. The Manager plugin is required to receive updates for this plugin.
* Warning on the plugin settings pages (not dismissible) when the Manager plugin is not active.

**Changed**

* Plugin updates are now delivered through the Manager (by ROBOTSTXT) plugin. The built-in Gitea updater and its `update.json` file were removed.
* New plugin and update URL: https://www.robotstxt.software/plugins/robotstxt-smtp/

**Compatibility**

* WordPress: 5.9 - 7.1
* PHP: 8.0 - 8.5

= 2.2.3 =

_Release date: 2026-06-09_

**Fixed**

* Fixed the DKIM "Try selector" form submitting to a non-existent page in Network Admin. The form was building the page slug as `robotstxt-smtp-network-tools` instead of the correct `robotstxt-smtp-tools` (which is shared between site and network contexts).

**Compatibility**

* WordPress: 5.9 - 7.1
* PHP: 8.0 - 8.5

= Previous versions =

For the full changelog visit the [plugin page](https://www.robotstxt.software/plugins/robotstxt-smtp/).

== Compliance ==

This plugin adheres to the following security measures and review protocols for each version:

* [WordPress Plugin Handbook](https://developer.wordpress.org/plugins/)
* [WordPress Plugin Security](https://developer.wordpress.org/plugins/wordpress-org/plugin-security/)
* [WordPress APIs Security](https://developer.wordpress.org/apis/security/)
* [WordPress Coding Standards](https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress-Coding-Standards)