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title: Can I send email reports without using an SMTP plugin or transactional email service?
description: "While possible, it’s not recommended due to the unreliability of PHP’s `mail()` function. Using an SMTP plugin or dedicate transactional email services improves deliverability and reduces spam risks."
url: "https://wpclientreports.com/docs/faqs/can-i-send-email-reports-without-using-an-smtp-plugin-or-transactional-email-service/"
updated: "2025-01-13"
category: FAQs
---

# Can I send email reports without using an SMTP plugin or transactional email service?

While possible, it’s not recommended due to the unreliability of PHP’s `mail()` function. Using an SMTP plugin or dedicate transactional email services improves deliverability and reduces spam risks.