WP Mail Logging

What is WP Mail Logging?

WP Mail Logging is a focused utility plugin that records every email your WordPress site sends. It was created by Christian Zöller in 2014 and is currently developed by Syed Balkhi. With over 300,000 active installs and a 4.7-star rating from 361 reviews, it is the most popular plugin in its category. 91% of those ratings are five stars, reflecting strong user satisfaction over its 12-year lifespan. version 1.16.0 was last updated on February 19, 2026.

The plugin solves a specific problem: WordPress does not store any record of outgoing emails. If a message fails to send, there is no error log by default. WP Mail Logging captures these failures and displays the error details. It also logs the subject, content, headers, attachments, and timestamps of every email sent from your site.

Key Features of WP Mail Logging

• Automatic Email Logging — It logs all outgoing emails immediately upon activation, with no configuration required.
• Error Capture — If an email fails to send, the plugin records the specific error message for debugging.
• Email Resend — You can resend any previously logged email directly from the logs interface.
• Attachment Tracking — The plugin stores file paths of attachments, showing them in the log if the file exists.
• Search and Filter — You can search logs by subject, recipient, date, or content to find specific emails quickly.
• Header Inspection — Full email headers (to, from, cc, bcc, reply-to) are stored and viewable for each log entry.
• IP Address Logging — An optional setting enables logging of the originating server’s IP address for each email.
• Plugin and Theme Compatibility — It logs emails generated by any plugin or theme on your site, not just core WordPress emails.

Who Should Use WP Mail Logging?

This plugin is designed for anyone who manages a WordPress site and needs visibility into email delivery. It is suitable for beginners because it works immediately after activation. No technical skill is required to start logging. Site owners running membership platforms, ecommerce stores, or contact forms will benefit most. These sites send critical emails—password resets, order confirmations, or inquiry notifications—that must be tracked.

The 300K active install base includes small blogs, large agencies, and enterprise sites. The plugin does not require any coding or server configuration. It tests up to WordPress 6.9.4 and requires PHP 7.4 or higher. If you have ever wondered whether a client received your email, or why a form submission never arrived, this plugin provides the answer.

Installation & Setup

Install WP Mail Logging through the WordPress plugin repository or by uploading the files manually. Activate it, and it begins logging immediately. There are no setup wizards or configuration steps required. The plugin works out of the box for all WordPress sites running version 1.16.0 or later.

Support & Community

Support response data from the last two months shows 5 open threads and 5 resolved threads, giving a 75% resolution rate. This indicates active maintenance and prompt attention to user issues. The plugin’s rating breakdown is 91% 6% one-star, meaning most users find it stable and effective. The one-star complaints typically relate to attachment storage behavior, which the plugin acknowledges in its FAQ—it stores file paths, not the files themselves. Users can report bugs or request features via the public support forum or contribute code on GitHub.