About SMTP#
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) enables TheHive to send automated email messages for notifications, account management, and invitations to the TheHive Portal.
Benefits of using an SMTP server#
Using an SMTP server:
- Provides a secure environment for sending emails
- Offers dedicated IP addresses along with flexible API and SMTP configurations
- Includes user-friendly software for easy setup and management
SMTP server usage in TheHive#
Configure a SMTP server in TheHive to enable sending:
- Email notifications to specific users in your organization
- Email notifications to all users in your organization
- Emails for password resets and edits
- 5.6 Platinum Email invitations to TheHive Portal
Permissions#
Only users with an admin-type profile that has the managePlatform permission can configure an SMTP server in TheHive.