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using core php mail() to send via gmail SMTP

Is it possible to send mail in core php via gmail smtp without using any external class?

Solution

  • I don't think it is possible because you need to perform an authentification. Also, you need to connect via an SSL socket, I don't know if the stock mail() function support this.

    If you are willing to use the Pear Mail package, you might want to take a look at this:

    Send email using the GMail SMTP server from a PHP page