How to Install the Microsoft/Outlook 365 Mail Connect Plugin for Joomla!

Introduction

Seamlessly integrate Outlook and Microsoft 365 with your Joomla! site – send transactional emails, newsletters, and notifications directly through Microsoft’s trusted email services.

Getting Started

This is the official documentation for Microsoft/Outlook 365 Mail Connect Plugin for Joomla!

• Installation Guide
• Configuration

Why Choose This Plugin?

Many Joomla! sites struggle with email deliverability using default PHP mail or SMTP. This plugin bypasses those limitations by leveraging Microsoft’s secure APIs, ensuring your emails land in inboxes—not spam folders.

Features ✅

• Emails that actually reach inboxes – Microsoft’s trusted servers mean fewer delays or spam filters.
• Enhanced Security – OAuth 2.0 authentication keeps your credentials safe.
• Send emails directly through Outlook/Microsoft 365 – skip unreliable SMTP servers and use Microsoft’s API.
• Full visibility with JMail Log – log every email’s status, recipient, and send time.
• Set up in minutes – follow our simple guide and start sending emails right away.

Installation Guide

Requirements

• Joomla: 5.x
• PHP: 7.4 or higher
• MySQL: 5.6 or higher

Installation Steps

1. Download the extension from Web357.com
2. Log in to your Joomla Administrator
3. Navigate to System → Extensions → Manage Extensions → Install Extensions
4. Upload the downloaded file
5. Click "Install" and wait for the process to complete

Post-Installation

1. Navigate to System → Plugins, search for microsoft and web357 and enable:
   • Installer - Microsoft/Outlook 365 Mail Connect
   • System - Microsoft/Outlook 365 Mail Connect
   • Ajax - Web357 Framework
   • System - Web357 Framework
2. Configure System - Microsoft/Outlook 365 Mail Connect
3. Test email functionality