Welcome to the TSTP Mail Auth Tester Tutorial. Follow the steps below to configure and test your SMTP settings:
Microsoft
Navigate to your Microsoft 365 admin center.
Go to Settings > Mail.
Select SMTP Settings.
Enable Authenticated SMTP.
Use the following SMTP settings:
SMTP Server: smtp.office365.com
Port: 587 (TLS) or 465 (SSL)
Use SSL: Yes (for port 465)
Use SMTP Authentication: Yes
Username: Your full Office 365 email address
Password: Your Office 365 password or App-specific password if MFA is enabled
Save the settings.
Test the settings by sending a test email to ensure everything is configured correctly.
If you encounter issues, check the following:
Ensure that your network allows outbound connections on the specified port.
Verify that the SMTP server address and port number are correct.
Check if the SMTP server is operational and reachable.
If using a firewall or antivirus, ensure it is not blocking the connection.
Try using a different port (e.g., 587 for TLS or 465 for SSL) if the current port is not working.
Google
Log in to your Google Account.
Go to Account Settings.
Navigate to the Security section.
Enable Less secure app access or generate an App-specific password if 2FA is enabled.
Use the following SMTP settings:
SMTP Server: smtp.gmail.com
Port: 587 (TLS) or 465 (SSL)
Use SSL: Yes (for port 465)
Use SMTP Authentication: Yes
Username: Your full Google email address
Password: Your Google password or App-specific password if 2FA is enabled
Save the settings.
Test the settings by sending a test email to ensure everything is configured correctly.
If you encounter issues, check the following:
Ensure that your network allows outbound connections on the specified port.
Verify that the SMTP server address and port number are correct.
Check if the SMTP server is operational and reachable.
If using a firewall or antivirus, ensure it is not blocking the connection.
Try using a different port (e.g., 587 for TLS or 465 for SSL) if the current port is not working.
Yahoo
Log in to your Yahoo Account.
Go to Account Settings.
Navigate to the Account Security section.
Enable Allow apps that use less secure sign in or generate an App-specific password if 2FA is enabled.
Use the following SMTP settings:
SMTP Server: smtp.mail.yahoo.com
Port: 587 (TLS) or 465 (SSL)
Use SSL: Yes (for port 465)
Use SMTP Authentication: Yes
Username: Your full Yahoo email address
Password: Your Yahoo password or App-specific password if 2FA is enabled
Save the settings.
Test the settings by sending a test email to ensure everything is configured correctly.
If you encounter issues, check the following:
Ensure that your network allows outbound connections on the specified port.
Verify that the SMTP server address and port number are correct.
Check if the SMTP server is operational and reachable.
If using a firewall or antivirus, ensure it is not blocking the connection.
Try using a different port (e.g., 587 for TLS or 465 for SSL) if the current port is not working.
Custom SMTP Settings
Obtain your custom SMTP server details from your email service provider.
Use the following SMTP settings:
SMTP Server: Your SMTP server address
Port: The port number used by your SMTP server (e.g., 587 for TLS or 465 for SSL)
Use SSL: Yes (for port 465)
Use SMTP Authentication: Yes
Username: Your SMTP authentication username
Password: Your SMTP authentication password
Save the settings.
Test the settings by sending a test email to ensure everything is configured correctly.
If you encounter issues, check the following:
Ensure that your network allows outbound connections on the specified port.
Verify that the SMTP server address and port number are correct.
Check if the SMTP server is operational and reachable.
If using a firewall or antivirus, ensure it is not blocking the connection.
Try using a different port (e.g., 587 for TLS or 465 for SSL) if the current port is not working.
About
TSTP Mail Auth Tester is a comprehensive tool designed to help you test and troubleshoot SMTP authentication settings for various email providers. Whether you're configuring a new email account or diagnosing issues with an existing one, our tool provides the insights and functionality you need to ensure smooth email communication.
Features
Test SMTP server connectivity and authentication.
Support for multiple email providers including Google, Microsoft, and Yahoo.
Detailed error messages and troubleshooting tips.
Real-time console log for monitoring operations.
Customizable settings for SSL/TLS and authentication methods.
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