Caldera form plugin send mail in spam

The pesky spam filter!

Caldera Forms is a popular WordPress plugin for creating forms, and it's great that you're using it. However, sometimes, the emails sent through Caldera Forms can end up in spam folders. Here are some potential reasons and solutions to help you overcome this issue:

Reasons why Caldera Forms emails might end up in spam:

  1. Invalid or missing sender information: If the sender's email address or name is not properly set up, it may trigger spam filters.
  2. Unusual or generic subject lines: Using generic subject lines like "Form Submission" or "Message Received" might not be recognized by spam filters.
  3. Lack of authentication: If the email server is not properly configured for authentication (e.g., SPF, DKIM, or DMARC), it may raise suspicions with spam filters.
  4. High volume of submissions: If you're receiving a large number of form submissions, it may trigger spam filters, especially if the submissions are coming from the same IP address.
  5. Content of the email: If the email content is not properly formatted or contains suspicious keywords, it may be flagged as spam.

Solutions to help prevent Caldera Forms emails from going to spam:

  1. Verify your sender information: Ensure that your sender's email address and name are properly set up in your WordPress site's settings.
  2. Use descriptive and relevant subject lines: Use subject lines that accurately describe the content of the email, such as "New Form Submission from [Form Name]".
  3. Configure email authentication: Set up SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records for your email server to authenticate your emails.
  4. Implement rate limiting: Use a plugin like WP Limit Login Attempts or Caldera Forms' built-in rate limiting feature to limit the number of form submissions per IP address.
  5. Format email content correctly: Use proper formatting, including a clear subject line, a descriptive body, and a valid "From" email address.
  6. Monitor and adjust: Keep an eye on your email deliverability and adjust your settings as needed to improve deliverability.
  7. Use a spam filter plugin: Consider using a plugin like SpamAssassin or Akismet to help filter out spam submissions and improve email deliverability.
  8. Check your email server settings: Ensure that your email server is properly configured and that your domain is not listed on any blacklists.

By implementing these solutions, you should be able to reduce the number of Caldera Forms emails that end up in spam folders.