Common Issues:
- Check spam/junk folder if email doesn't arrive
- Verify SMTP credentials are correct
- Ensure SMTP port matches security setting (587 for TLS, 465 for SSL)
- Check if your email provider requires app-specific passwords
- Verify firewall isn't blocking SMTP ports
Gmail Users:
If using Gmail, you need to generate an App Password:
- Enable 2-Factor Authentication on your Google account
- Go to Google Account → Security → App Passwords
- Generate a new app password for "Mail"
- Use this app password as SMTP_PASSWORD
Server Logs:
Check server logs for detailed error messages if test fails.