How to Send Email in Python (SMTP & API)

Here is how to send email in Python so it actually reaches the inbox.

Your options in Python

Use smtplib for direct SMTP, or call a REST API with the requests library for reliability and analytics. (the built-in smtplib for SMTP, or an HTTP API with requests.)

Make it land, not bounce

• Authenticate your domain with SPF, DKIM and DMARC.
• Send from a dedicated, warmed IP.
• Handle bounces and complaints via webhooks.

How Rainmail helps

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