FakeSMTP

FakeSMTP is a super helpful, free Java-based desktop app that gives developers a cool SMTP server with an easy-to-use graphical interface. This is perfect for testing emails in your websites or apps. Plus, it can show you a list of sent and received emails, the SMTP log, and even the last message you sent!

How to Set Up FakeSMTP

Getting started with the FakeSMTP server is a breeze! All you need to do is set up a new account in your app using “localhost” as the SMTP server. You also want to make sure the listening port matches. Once that's done, just hit that button to start your fake server!

Email Tracking Made Easy

Right after you send some emails, FakeSMTP will catch them and display them in the Mails list tab. You’ll see columns showing when they were received, who sent them, who they went to, and what the subject was.

Email Storage Options

Another neat feature? You can save your emails right where the app is located! This option isn’t automatic though—you need to specify a folder name in the “Save messages to” field if you want that. And if you're curious about any email entry, just double-click it to open it in your default email client.

Sneak Peek at Logs and Messages

FakeSMTP doesn’t stop there! It shows you detailed logs of all SMTP activity along with information about the last received message including basic header details. If you ever want to clear out this info, there's an option for that anytime.

The Bottom Line on FakeSMTP

In short, FakeSMTP is an awesome tool for testing emails whether you're building an application or working on a website. It provides a reliable “fake” SMTP server that tracks all your received emails and logs messages too.