# SMTP Mail
# Goal and use
The SMTP Mail component allows you to send e-mails (as HTML or text) with the help of a mail server.
# Credentials and connection data
This component requires access to an SMTP server.
# Triggers
Triggers are the starting points of a flow. The SMTP Mail component does not offer any triggers yet.
# Services
Services are actions that can be run within a flow. The SMTP Mail component offers the following services:
| Name | Function |
|---|---|
| Send e-mail | Sends a text e-mail |
| Send e-mail (HTML) | Sends an HTML e-mail (this service allows you to apply different formats using HTML tags in the message text) |