An SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server is essentially the post office for your emails. It’s the machine that diligently works behind the scenes to send your messages to their intended recipients. To successfully send emails using an email client or software, you need to correctly configure your SMTP settings. A crucial part of these settings is the Smtp Server Address. Think of it as the specific address of the post office you need to use – for Gmail, it’s smtp.gmail.com.
So, how do you find your smtp server address? Often, it depends on your email provider or Internet Service Provider (ISP). Below is a helpful list of common providers and their associated SMTP server addresses. If your provider isn’t listed, a quick check of their support documentation or contacting their customer service should provide the information you need.
| PROVIDER | URL | SMTP SETTINGS |
|---|---|---|
| 1&1 | 1and1.com | Smtp.1and1.com |
| Airmail | Airmail.net | Mail.airmail.net |
| AOL | Aol.com | Smtp.aol.com |
| AT&T | Att.net | Outbound.att.net |
| Bluewin | Bluewin.ch | Smtpauths.bluewin.ch |
| BT Connect | Btconnect.com | Mail.btconnect.tom |
| Comcast | Comcast.net | Smtp.comcast.net |
| Earthlink | Earthlink.net | Smtpauth.earthlink.net |
| Gmail | Gmail.com | Smtp.gmail.com |
| Gmx | Gmx.net | Mail.gmx.net |
| HotPop | Hotpop.com | Mail.hotpop.com |
| Libero | Libero.it | Mail.libero.it |
| Lycos | Lycos.com | Smtp.lycos.com |
| O2 | o2.com | Smtp.o2.com |
| Orange | Orange.net | Smtp.orange.net |
| Outlook.com (former Hotmail) | Outlook.com | Smtp.live.com |
| Tin | Tin.it | Mail.tin.it |
| Tiscali | Tiscali.co.uk | Smtp.tiscali.co.uk |
| Verizon | Verizon.net | Outgoing.verizon.net |
| Virgin | Virgin.net | Smtp.virgin.net |
| Wanadoo | Wanadoo.fr | Smtp.wanadoo.fr |
| Yahoo | Yahoo.com | Mail.yahoo.com |
It’s important to note that standard SMTP servers provided by ISPs or general email providers are often designed for personal, low-volume email sending. They typically come with sending limits that restrict the number of emails you can send per day and the number of recipients you can include.
If you’re planning to send emails in bulk, such as for marketing campaigns or newsletters, relying on a regular SMTP server can lead to issues. These limitations can hinder your sending volume and potentially impact your email deliverability. For reliable bulk email sending and to manage a high volume of messages, consider using a professional SMTP server. Professional services are built to handle large email volumes, ensuring better deliverability and often offering advanced features for email marketing and transactional emails. They provide the infrastructure needed to send a large number of emails without triggering spam filters or exceeding sending limits.
