Q: How to send email via Workflow
Seems like your documentation is outdated. I was told to look for and add a non-existent "SMTP connection" which could not be found at all --> https://docs.agenticflow.ai/actions-reference/data-and-integrations/send-email#connection-setup.
Without the SMTP connection, how do we send out email through the workflow?
SeanP_AgenticFlowAI
Jun 13, 2025A: Hey SGWarrior,
You are absolutely right, and my apologies for that outdated documentation regarding a direct "SMTP connection" for the Send Email node! We've been moving quickly with updates, and it looks like that specific piece of documentation didn't keep pace.
1. Current Status & How to Send Email via Workflow:
Direct SMTP Node Temporarily Hidden: We had a direct SMTP node, but it was temporarily hidden for some backend refinements and to prioritize the rollout of broader MCP-based email solutions. We intend to bring a revamped and more robust direct SMTP/Email node back, likely by next week.
2. How to Send Email NOW (via MCPs - Recommended):
The best and most reliable way to send emails through an AgenticFlow workflow right now is by using one of our Email MCPs. This also gives you better deliverability and tracking often.
3Connect an Email Service via MCP:
- Gmail MCP: (https://agenticflow.ai/mcp/gmail) - Great for sending from a Gmail or Google Workspace account.
- SendGrid MCP: (https://agenticflow.ai/mcp/sendgrid) - Excellent for transactional and marketing emails, robust deliverability.
- Amazon SES MCP: (https://agenticflow.ai/mcp/amazon_ses) - Another powerful option for scalable email sending.
Check https://agenticflow.ai/mcp for other potential email service providers.
4. Add MCP Action to Your Workflow:
Once your chosen email service is connected as an MCP Server in your AgenticFlow settings drag that Use MCP Client Action to your workflow
5. Why the MCP Route is Often Better Anyway:
Using a dedicated email service provider (like Gmail, SendGrid, SES) via an MCP generally offers better email deliverability, sender reputation management, and often includes tracking for opens/clicks, which a direct SMTP node might not provide as easily.
Best,
Sean
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Thanks Sean 🙏. The information is gold for people unfamiliar with MCP or those just getting started with AgentiFlow. This piece of information would have saved hours of frustration searching for a way to send out emails via the workflow, which is a prevalent use case for people testing out AgentiFlow.
It would be great if there is a video to showcase how it is being done.