530 5.7.0 Error: Authentication required — Causes & Fix | InboxVerify
SMTP error code

530 5.7.0 — Authentication required

Updated October 12, 2026 · By the InboxVerify team

The server you connected to requires you to log in (SMTP AUTH) or to start TLS before sending.

Policy rejection · fixable

Common causes

  • Mail client or website plugin not set to authenticate
  • Using port 25 instead of 587 for submission
  • STARTTLS not enabled

How to fix it

  1. Use port 587 with STARTTLS (or 465 with SSL) and enter the mailbox username and password
  2. Enable "My server requires authentication" in your mail client
  3. For WordPress, configure an SMTP plugin with your provider's settings
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Frequently asked questions

Which port should my website use to send email?

Port 587 with STARTTLS and a login is the standard for submitting mail.