Using offline server in PHP

Question

I'm having problems using the mail command in PHP through an offline server. I've used the mail(to, subject, body) function but the mail wasn't sent to the address. Should I be online?

Answer 1

No, your problem is that you have no SMTP server installed. I suggest you to check on of these:

• Pdf tutorial to create your own SMTP Server

• Online tutorial

• Online tutorial #2

• Alternative way to find out

After successfull setting it up, you'll need to configure your php.ini too, to point at the SMTP you are using.

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Or instead of creating your own, you can google how to use someone else's SMTP. The choice is yours.