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WP Mailgun SMTP

By inkthemes

Communication & Messaging / Transactional Email

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

WP Mailgun SMTP Review - In-Depth Analysis

WP Mailgun SMTP ensures reliable email delivery from your WordPress site using Mailgun's SMTP service. It bypasses the default wp_mail() function for better deliverability.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.74/10

User Rating

1/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

900+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

WP Mailgun SMTP is a plugin designed to enhance email deliverability from your WordPress website. By connecting to Mailgun's SMTP service, it bypasses the default wp_mail() function, ensuring your emails are sent reliably.

This plugin allows you to configure your SMTP settings easily. Simply enter your Mailgun username and password, and you can start sending emails seamlessly. You can also customize the 'from email' address and 'from name' for your outgoing messages.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is essential for authenticating and delivering emails effectively. Using Mailgun's service helps to meet the strict protocols of major email providers, improving the chances of your emails reaching the inbox instead of the spam folder.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP Mailgun SMTP is one of many SMTP plugins available for WordPress, offering basic SMTP email sending capabilities. Several alternatives provide more comprehensive features and better security.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple SMTP connection testing
Supports basic SMTP email sending
Lightweight with minimal setup
Free to use without upsells

Weaknesses

Stores passwords in clear text
Lacks comprehensive SMTP testing
Does not support Mailgun API integration
Known security vulnerabilities with no fixes

User Sentiment Analysis

With only one user rating at 1 star, the sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, highlighting security and functionality issues.

Positive highlights

Common complaints

Password stored in clear text
Only sends a basic SMTP test email
Does not run complete SMTP tests like competitors
No support for Mailgun API integration

Weaknesses

Weak security practices
Limited functionality compared to other SMTP plugins
No updates addressing known vulnerabilities

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a very basic SMTP testing plugin without advanced features or API integration.

Not ideal for

Anyone requiring secure password handling, comprehensive SMTP testing, or Mailgun API support should avoid this plugin due to its security risks and limited functionality.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic SMTP email sending and a simple test email feature.

Final Verdict

WP Mailgun SMTP falls short in security and functionality, with critical issues like storing passwords in clear text and lacking comprehensive SMTP testing. Its lack of Mailgun API support and unresolved vulnerabilities make it a risky choice.

Users looking for a reliable and secure SMTP solution should consider alternative plugins that offer better security, more features, and active maintenance. This plugin is not recommended for production use.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WP Mailgun SMTP plugin.

Mailgun SMTP

Email deliverability

SMTP service

Screenshots

FAQ

Upload the plugin to your WordPress site.
Activate the plugin.
Set the options like From Email, From Name, Return Path, Username and Password etc, inside the plugin options by going to Settings -> Mailgun SMTP
Send a test email to check everything is working properly.
Enjoy