Docs
Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to the Freesend documentation.

Overview

Freesend is an email sending solution designed to work seamlessly with your own SMTP server. By leveraging the "Bring Your Own Device" (BYOD) approach, Freesend provides a hassle-free experience for sending emails through a simple HTTP API endpoint.

This open-source project ensures flexibility and control over your email sending infrastructure, making it an ideal choice for developers looking for a reliable and customizable email service.

Purpose

Freesend aims to simplify the process of sending emails by providing an easy-to-use API that integrates with your existing SMTP server. Whether you're looking to send transactional emails, newsletters, or notifications, Freesend offers the tools and flexibility you need to manage your email communications efficiently.

Key features

  • Enhanced HTTP API: Easily send emails through a flexible HTTP API with modern sender formatting and attachment support.
  • Flexible Sender Options: Use separate fromName and fromEmail fields for clean, readable code.
  • File Attachments: Send emails with multiple attachments using simple base64 encoding - perfect for invoices, reports, and documents.
  • BYOD Support: Utilize your own SMTP server, giving you full control over your email sending environment.
  • Open Source: Freesend is fully open source, allowing you to customize and extend the project to meet your specific needs.
  • Ease of Use: Designed to minimize the complexity of email sending, making it accessible for developers of all skill levels.
  • Multiple Format Support: Send both HTML and plain text emails with full attachment capabilities.

With Freesend, you can take control of your email sending processes without the hassle of managing a third-party email service. Explore the features and get started today!