Reliable email logging for WordPress, without the clutter
Secure Mail Log helps you see what emails your WordPress site sends, when they were sent, who they were sent to, and whether something went wrong.
It is built for site owners, agencies, support teams and developers who need a clear email log without turning WordPress admin into a confusing mess.
The free version gives you practical email logging with a simple viewer, popup previews, CSV export, cleanup tools and privacy-friendly retention. The Pro version adds deeper search, longer retention, audit logs, failure alerts, access control and advanced reporting tools.
Created by PlugTheHole.com.
WordPress sends important emails all the time. Contact form messages, password resets, order updates, account alerts and admin notifications all depend on email working properly.
The problem is simple: once WordPress sends an email, it is normally gone from view.
Secure Mail Log solves that by recording outgoing emails in a clean admin screen, so you can quickly check what was sent and troubleshoot issues faster.
Key benefits
See what your site actually sends
View outgoing WordPress emails in one place, including recipient, subject, date, status and message preview.
Troubleshoot email issues faster
When someone says “I did not receive the email”, you can check whether WordPress sent it and what the message contained.
Keep privacy under control
The free version includes redacted previews and a 7-day retention limit. Pro unlocks longer retention and extra controls for teams that need more history.
Built to feel like WordPress
Secure Mail Log uses native WordPress admin patterns, clear tables and simple settings. No strange dashboards. No unnecessary frontend scripts.
Upgrade when you need more
Use the free version for basic logging. Add Pro when you need advanced search, alerts, audit logs, longer retention and access controls.
Feature comparison table
| Feature | Secure Mail Log | Secure Mail Log Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Log outgoing WordPress emails | Yes | Yes |
| View email date, recipient, subject and status | Yes | Yes |
| Popup email preview | Yes | Yes |
| Formatted and plain-text preview | Yes | Yes |
| Basic search | Yes | Yes |
| Status filter | Yes | Yes |
| Resend logged email | Yes | Yes |
| Delete single log entry | Yes | Yes |
| Bulk delete | Yes | Yes |
| Basic CSV export | Yes | Yes |
| Manual cleanup | Yes | Yes |
| Clear all logs | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy mode | Yes | Yes |
| Free retention limit | Up to 7 days | Custom retention |
| Longer log retention | No | Yes |
| Separate retention profiles | No | Yes |
| Pro dashboard | No | Yes |
| Advanced search | No | Yes |
| Date presets and date range filters | No | Yes |
| Saved searches | No | Yes |
| Advanced export options | No | Yes |
| Failure alerts | No | Yes |
| Send test alert | No | Yes |
| Plain-text test email tool | No | Yes |
| HTML test email tool | No | Yes |
| Audit log | No | Yes |
| Audit log filtering | No | Yes |
| Access control for log viewing | No | Yes |
| Custom redaction words | No | Yes |
| WHMCS licence validation | Not needed | Yes |
| Best for | Basic logging and troubleshooting | Agencies, business sites, support teams and compliance-aware admins |
Free version features
Email logging
Secure Mail Log records outgoing WordPress emails and stores the key details you need for support and troubleshooting.
The log includes:
- date and time
- send status
- recipient
- subject
- message preview
- formatted preview where available
- plain-text preview
- attachment indicator
- content type
Clear email viewer
Open each email in a clean popup view. You can see the email details without leaving the log table.
Privacy-aware by default
The free version is intentionally limited to a maximum retention of 7 days. This keeps the database smaller and reduces the risk of storing old message content for too long.
Export and cleanup tools
Export logs to CSV, delete single entries, bulk delete selected logs, run cleanup manually, or clear all logs when needed.
Pro section
Secure Mail Log Pro
Secure Mail Log Pro is built for users who need more than basic logging.
It gives site admins and support teams better tools to search, monitor, control and audit email activity inside WordPress.
Advanced Search
Search with more control using filters, date presets and saved searches. Quickly find emails from a certain period, sent to a certain address, or linked to a particular issue.
Pro Dashboard
Get a clearer overview of recent email activity, including sent emails, failures and recent problems.
Failure Alerts
Receive admin alerts when WordPress detects an outgoing email failure. This helps you catch problems before customers or users complain.
Audit Log
Track important actions such as licence checks, alert changes, exports and other admin activity.
Access Control
Choose who can view logs and manage sensitive email data. Useful for agencies, support staff and larger admin teams.
Longer Retention
The free version is capped at 7 days. Pro unlocks longer, admin-controlled retention for sites that need more history.
Custom Redaction
Add custom words or terms that should be redacted from stored previews. This helps protect sensitive content and client data.
Who is Secure Mail Log for?
Secure Mail Log is useful for:
- WordPress site owners
- agencies
- developers
- WooCommerce shops
- membership sites
- support teams
- form-heavy websites
- business sites that rely on email notifications
- anyone who wants a simple way to check outgoing WordPress mail
Built with security in mind
Secure Mail Log is designed to be useful without being careless.
It includes privacy mode, retention controls, redacted previews and admin-only access by default. Pro adds access control, audit logging, custom redaction and longer retention settings for teams that need more control.
No email logging plugin should store data forever by accident. That is why Secure Mail Log keeps the free version limited and gives Pro users clear control over their retention settings.
FAQ section
Does Secure Mail Log send emails?
No. Secure Mail Log records emails that WordPress sends through wp_mail(). It does not replace your SMTP plugin or email delivery service.
Will this fix email delivery problems?
No plugin can guarantee delivery by itself. Secure Mail Log helps you see whether WordPress attempted to send an email and what was sent. For delivery problems, you may still need a reliable SMTP plugin or transactional email service.
Does it work with contact forms?
Yes, it should work with most plugins that send email through the normal WordPress email function.
Does it store full email content?
The plugin stores previews depending on your settings. The free version is privacy-friendly and capped at 7 days. Pro adds more control over retention and redaction.
Can I export logs?
Yes. The free version includes basic CSV export. Pro adds more advanced export options.
Why is the free version limited to 7 days?
Email logs can contain sensitive information. A 7-day free retention limit keeps the plugin useful for troubleshooting while reducing privacy and database risks. Pro is available for users who need longer retention.
Does Pro require a licence?
Yes. Secure Mail Log Pro uses licence validation. If the licence cannot be checked temporarily, the plugin uses a grace period so the site does not break during a short connection issue.
Creator and disclaimer section
Secure Mail Log and Secure Mail Log Pro are created by PlugTheHole.com.
Secure Mail Log is an independent plugin. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to WordPress, Automattic, WooCommerce, WHMCS, Contact Form 7, WP HTML Mail, SMTP plugin vendors, or any other third-party platform, plugin or service unless explicitly stated.