How to Set Up SMTP Relay in Azure

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If the application needs to send reliable emails, it might be necessary to set up an SMTP relay in Azure. Azure does not have an SMTP server directly out of the box but can be configured through services like Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, or by using third-party SMTP providers. This blog will walk you through the process of how to set up an SMTP relay in Azure through all the above methods.

Reliable Email Delivery: Using a trusted SMTP relay for sending emails will increase deliverability and decrease the likelihood of being marked as spam.

Cost-Effective: You can save money by using Azure resources instead of using other email services.

Integration: You can easily integrate your email capabilities with other Azure services and applications.

You can automate workflows as well as send emails with much ease using Azure Logic Apps. Here is how this is done:

New Logic App: Once you get to the top menu, click on “Create resource.” Then start searching for “Logic app,” then select it once you find it. Then “Create.”

Name: Give your chosen name for your Logic app.

Subscription: Choose from your list of available Microsoft Azure subscriptions.

Resource Group: Create a new or use an existing resource group.

Location: Select your Logic App location.

Review and Create: Click Review + create, then Create after validation.

Step 2: Configure the Logic App to Send Email

Open the Logic App Designer: Once you have created the Logic App, navigate to the Logic App and click on Logic App Designer.