RFC-5321

Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)

Defines the protocol for sending email between mail servers. Specifies envelope addressing, mail routing via MX records, and relay/delivery procedures. The foundational protocol for all internet email transport.

Document
RFC 5321 (2008)
URL
https://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc/rfc5321
Label
Standard
Keywords
SMTP email mail transfer MX record mail relay mail delivery internet email

Domain: Network Protocols · Standard