📧 python-smtp-email-automation - Send Emails Automatically with Ease

🌟 Overview

The python-smtp-email-automation application helps you send automated emails securely. Using Python's smtplib and Gmail's SMTP service, you can streamline your email tasks. This tool is perfect for reminders, notifications, or any situation where you need to send messages automatically.

🚀 Getting Started

To begin using this application, follow these simple steps to download and run it.

📥 Download & Install

1. Visit this page to download: Releases Page.

2. Once there, find the latest release version. You will see various files available for download.

3. Choose the most suitable file for your system. If you're unsure, the Python Installer is recommended for most users. Click on the file name to start the download.

4. After downloading, open the file to install the application. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup.

🔧 Setting Up Your Email

Before you can start sending emails, you need to set up your Gmail account to work with this application.

Step 1: Enable "Less secure app access"

1. Go to your Google Account settings.

2. Under "Security," find “Less secure app access.” Toggle this setting ON to allow the app to send emails through your account.

Step 2: Obtain your Gmail App Password

1. In your Google Account settings, navigate to "Security."

2. Under "Signing in to Google," you will see “App passwords.” Click on this option.

3. Follow the prompts to generate a password specifically for this app. Keep this password handy; you will need it later.

📧 Sending Your First Email

Once you have installed the application and set up your Gmail access, you can start sending emails.

1. Open the application.

2. You will see fields to enter the recipient's email address, subject, and message body. Fill these out as needed.

3. Enter the Gmail App Password generated earlier in the appropriate field.

4. Click the "Send" button to deliver your email. A success message will confirm that your email has been sent.

⚙️ Application Features

• Easy Email Setup: Simple interface for entering your email details.
• Automatic Sending: Schedule emails to send at specific times.
• Attachments Support: Send files along with your emails.
• Customizable Templates: Save your favorite email formats for future use.

📝 Notes

• Ensure you have a stable internet connection for the application to work effectively.
• If you face issues while sending emails, double-check your Gmail settings and App Password.

🌐 Support & Community

For any questions or support, feel free to check the Issues page on GitHub. The community is here to help you.

📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.

📚 Additional Resources

• Python Documentation: Explore more about the smtplib library.
• Gmail API Documentation: Learn about advanced configurations for Gmail.

Thank you for using python-smtp-email-automation! Enjoy sending your automated emails effortlessly.