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Descope uses email for authentication flows like OTP verification, magic links, and password resets. By default, Descope uses its built-in email delivery, but you can configure it to use AutoSend SMTP for better deliverability and email tracking.

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Prerequisites

Verified Domain

Make sure you have a verified domain added in AutoSend to send emails from.

SMTP Key

Create a project-specific SMTP key from the SMTP tab in Project Settings.

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Configuration

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Open Descope Connectors

  1. Go to your Descope Console
  2. Navigate to Connectors in the sidebar.
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Search SMTP Connector

  1. Search for SMTP
  2. Click the SMTP card to create a new SMTP connector.
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Enter SMTP Credentials

Fill in the following settings:
The SMTP password is no longer your API key. Create a project-specific SMTP key from the SMTP tab in Project Settings.
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Test Configuration

Click the Test button to verify your SMTP configuration is working correctly. Check the Test Results panel for success or error details.
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Save Connector

Click Create to save your SMTP connector.
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Use in Authentication Flows

  1. Navigate to Flows in Descope
  2. Select or create your authentication flow
  3. Add a connector action where email sending is needed
  4. Select your AutoSend SMTP connector
  5. Configure the email recipient (typically {{user.email}})

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Dynamic Values

Descope supports dynamic values in sender fields using template syntax:
  • Sender Address/Name: Use {{options_<value>}} format for dynamic sender configuration
  • Recipient: Set the To field dynamically with {{user.email}}
Refer to Descope’s Dynamic Values documentation to learn how to set dynamic values when using messaging connectors.

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Troubleshooting

  • Verify your SMTP credentials are correct
  • Check that your sender email domain is verified in AutoSend
  • Ensure the sender address matches a verified domain
  • Check Descope connector test results for specific errors
  • Double-check your SMTP key is correct
  • Ensure you’re using autosend as the username
  • Verify your SMTP key is active in the SMTP Settings
  • Verify the hostname is smtp.autosend.com
  • Try using port 465 with implicit TLS if port 587 fails
  • Check if your network blocks outbound SMTP connections
  • Ensure your domain has proper DNS records (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
  • Use a professional sender name, not just “noreply”
  • Check your domain reputation in AutoSend

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Next Steps

Verify Your Domain

Set up SPF, DKIM, and DMARC for better deliverability

Email Activity

Monitor your email delivery and engagement

Webhooks

Set up webhooks to track email events in real-time

SMTP Introduction

Learn more about AutoSend SMTP configuration