=== EmailIdea SMTP Mailer ===
Contributors: konceptwise
Tags: smtp, wordpress mail smtp, email, emailidea, mailer
Requires PHP: 7.4
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 7.0
Stable tag: 1.0.1
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

EmailIdea SMTP Mailer ensures reliable WordPress email delivery via secure API-based SMTP and SaaS connectivity, solving common mail issues.

== Description ==

EmailIdea SMTP Mailer helps WordPress websites enhance and optimize their email delivery. Unlike generic SMTP plugins, EmailIdea provides:

* **API-based email delivery**: Faster and more reliable than traditional SMTP.
* **SaaS connectivity**: Seamless integration with the EmailIdea ecosystem.
* **Advanced reporting & logs**: Track every email sent from your site.

On many hosting environments, emails are sent using the default PHP mail() function. While this method works in basic setups, it sometimes does not provide the best deliverability performance and can result in emails being flagged as not reaching the inbox.  

With EmailIdea, you can send all your WordPress emails — including admin notifications, contact form submissions, and WooCommerce order emails — through a secure and reliable SMTP service.

After registering at EmailIdea, you’ll receive:
- SMTP Host
- SMTP Port
- SMTP Username
- SMTP Password

Enter these details in the plugin settings, and your site will start sending emails securely and reliably.

**Video Tutorial How to Use EmailIdea SMTP Mailer**

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oB8YFVoOBsM

== Company & Ownership ==

EmailIdea is a product of Konceptwise Digital Media Pvt Ltd.  
The plugin is officially developed and maintained by the EmailIdea team.  
Official website: https://emailidea.biz/

== External Services ==

This plugin relies on the EmailIdea SMTP service for email delivery. Use of this service is subject to the following:
* [EmailIdea Terms of Service](https://emailidea.biz/terms-condition/)
* [EmailIdea Privacy Policy](https://emailidea.biz/privacy-policy/)

== Features ==

* API-based email delivery for maximum reliability
* SaaS connectivity with EmailIdea platform
* Advanced reporting and email logs
* Easy setup via WordPress admin panel
* Secure SMTP authentication
* Supports SSL/TLS encryption
* Works with all WordPress emails (core, plugins, themes)
* Test email option to verify configuration

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/emailidea-smtp-mailer/` directory, or install via the WordPress plugin installer.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3. Go to **Settings → EmailIdea SMTP Mailer**.
4. Enter your SMTP credentials (Host, Port, Username, Password).
5. Save changes and send a test email to confirm setup.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Why do I need this plugin? =
WordPress’s default mail function is unreliable. This plugin ensures your emails are delivered using EmailIdea’s SMTP servers.

= Do I need an EmailIdea account? =
Yes. You must register at EmailIdea to obtain SMTP credentials.

= Will this work with WooCommerce and other plugins? =
Yes. Any email sent via WordPress will be routed through EmailIdea SMTP.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.1 =
* Performance improvements.

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release with SMTP configuration and test email functionality.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.1 =
Performance improvements.

= 1.0.0 =
First stable release.
