Choose how FormBlade sends notification emails for your forms.
Don't want to configure anything? FormBlade sends emails automatically using our built-in service (Brevo). You only need your own provider if you want to send from your own domain, need higher limits, or want full control over deliverability.
Built-in vs. your own provider
Built-in (default)
Your own provider
Setup
None — works immediately
5-10 min per provider
From address
noreply@formblade.com
you@yourdomain.com
Branding
"Sent via FormBlade" footer
Whitelabel (Pro)
Daily limit
Shared pool
Your provider's limit
Deliverability
Good (shared IP)
Better (your own reputation)
Cost
Free
Free tier available on most providers
You can configure email connections in your dashboard under Connections. Each form can use the default service or any connection you've set up.
Connection methods
There are three ways to connect a provider:
One-click OAuth — Authorize directly from your dashboard. Currently available for Microsoft 365.
API key — Paste an API key from your provider's dashboard. Available for Brevo, Resend, SendGrid, Mailgun, Postmark.
Manual API credentials — For Gmail API and Microsoft Graph API, set up your own cloud app and enter Client ID, Secret, and Refresh Token. More steps but full control.
SMTP — Connect any email server with host/port/credentials. Works with Gmail, Outlook, or any provider.
Our top picks
These providers offer the best free tiers for form notifications: