How to connect SparkPost (MessageBird) SMTP Server API with SendMails.io?

SparkPost SMTP is being used by huge enterprises like MailChimp to send emails. With SparkPost, you can send emails with top-notch deliverability.

Setting up your email marketing tools can be a daunting task, especially when integrating different platforms. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of connecting the SparkPost (also known as MessageBird) SMTP Server API with SendMails.io.

Why SparkPost? #

• Affordability: SparkPost offers competitive pricing. For instance, sending 50,000 emails per month will only cost you $20.
• High Deliverability: SparkPost is renowned for its excellent deliverability rates, ensuring your emails reach their intended recipients.
• Ease of Setup: Compared to other SMTP server providers, SparkPost is much simpler to set up.

Getting Started with SparkPost #

1. Registration: Begin by registering on SparkPost. If you’re not ready to commit to a premium plan, they offer a developer plan that’s free and allows you to send up to 500 emails per month. This is a great way to test the waters before upgrading.
2. Dashboard Access: Once registered, you’ll be directed to the SparkPost dashboard. The first task is to connect your sending domain.
3. Adding a Sending Domain: Click on ‘ADD sending domain’. Here, it’s recommended to use a subdomain. For instance, if your website is example.com, you might use mail.example.com as your sending domain.
4. Domain Alignment: After adding your domain, you’ll be prompted to align it. Simply follow the on-screen instructions.
5. DNS Records: SparkPost will provide you with DNS records to add to your DNS Zone editor. This step is crucial for verifying your domain.

Integrating with SendMails.io #

1. API Keys: Once your domain is verified in SparkPost, navigate to the API keys section. Create a new API key, naming it appropriately (e.g., SendMails.io).
2. Setting Permissions: Ensure the API permission is set to ‘All’ and then create the API.
3. Copy API Key: Once generated, copy the API key.
4. SendMails.io Setup: Head over to SendMails.io. Navigate to ‘Sending’ and then ‘Sending Servers’. Click on ‘New Server’.
5. Server Selection: Choose the ‘SparkPost API’ option. For the hostname, most users will select ‘SparkPost Global’, but if you’ve chosen ‘SparkPost EU’, ensure you select that.
6. Finalize Connection: Paste the API key you copied from SparkPost into the appropriate field in SendMails.io. And voilà! Your sending server is now successfully connected with SendMails.io.

Conclusion #

Connecting SparkPost with SendMails.io is a straightforward process that can significantly enhance your email marketing efforts. If you have any further questions or run into issues, don’t hesitate to reach out in the comments. Happy emailing!