Email Server Configuration Guide

Email Configuration Guide

This guide will help you set up email notifications in GetMyEBook. Proper email configuration is essential for features like password resets, notifications, and alerts.

1. Enable 2-Factor Authentication on your Gmail account

2. Create an App Password:

   • Go to https://myaccount.google.com/apppasswords
   • Select "Mail" and your device
   • Copy the generated 16-character password

3. Configure in GetMyEBook:

   • Navigate to: Admin → Email Server Settings (/admin/mailsettings)
   • Set the following:
     • Email Account Type: Standard Email Account
     • SMTP Hostname: smtp.gmail.com
     • SMTP Port: 587
     • Encryption: STARTTLS
     • SMTP Login: [email protected]
     • SMTP Password: [paste the 16-character app password]
     • From Email: [email protected]
   • Click Save and Send Test Email

Testing Your Configuration

After configuring the email server:

1. Go to Admin → Email Server Settings
2. Click Save and Send Test Email
3. Check your email inbox for the test message
4. If you receive it, configuration is successful!