Hey everyone,
I’m working on a small hobby project that doesn’t send many emails. I’m thinking about using Mailgun’s free tier since I probably won’t send more than 100 emails a day. But I’m not sure if there are any hidden problems or limitations I should know about.
Has anyone here used Mailgun’s free plan before? What was your experience like? Did you run into any unexpected issues or restrictions?
I’d really appreciate any advice or insights you can share. Thanks in advance for your help!
hey there! i’ve used mailgun’s free plan for a side project. it’s pretty solid for small stuff, but watch out for the 3-month inactivity limit. they might deactivate ur account if u don’t send emails regularly. also, their support can be slow sometimes. but overall, it’s decent for hobby projects!
I’ve been using Mailgun’s free plan for a while now, and it’s generally reliable for low-volume projects. One drawback to consider is the limited email validation features on the free tier. You might encounter more bounces or delivery issues without access to advanced validation tools. Additionally, the free plan restricts you to a single authorized sending domain, which can be limiting if you need to send from multiple domains. Despite these limitations, it’s still a solid choice for hobby projects, especially if you’re comfortable with their API and don’t mind the occasional hiccup in deliverability.
I’ve been using Mailgun’s free plan for about a year now, and while it’s great for small projects, there are some drawbacks to keep in mind. The biggest issue I’ve encountered is the lack of dedicated IP addresses on the free tier. This means you’re sharing IPs with other users, which can potentially impact your email deliverability if someone else on the same IP is sending spam.
Another limitation I’ve noticed is the absence of advanced analytics and reporting tools. You get basic stats, but if you want detailed insights into open rates, click-through rates, or engagement metrics, you’ll need to upgrade to a paid plan.
Lastly, be aware that the free plan doesn’t include DKIM and SPF setup assistance, which are crucial for improving email authentication and deliverability. You’ll need to configure these yourself, which can be a bit technical if you’re not familiar with email protocols.
Despite these drawbacks, Mailgun’s free plan is still a solid choice for hobby projects with low email volume. Just be prepared to put in some extra work on the technical side to ensure optimal performance.