Prompt
What should I use if I want an API rather than an SMTP server?
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Sep 23, 2026
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If you want to send email through an API instead of SMTP, you should use an email delivery service with a REST API.
Common options include:
- SendGrid
- Mailgun
- Amazon SES
- Postmark
- Mailjet
- Brevo (Sendinblue)
Why use an API?
- Easier integration in modern apps
- Better error handling and response codes
- Often supports templates, tracking, webhooks, analytics
- No need to manage SMTP auth/settings
Example
Instead of connecting to smtp.yourprovider.com, your app makes an HTTPS request like:
POST /send-email- with JSON containing
to,from,subject,text/html, etc.
If you want, I can also recommend the best API provider depending on whether you care most about price, deliverability, simplicity, or free tier.