Email System

Plex Store comes with SendGrid support

What is SendGrid?

SendGrid is a service that helps you send emails from your apps or websites, like receipts, password resets, or newsletters. It’s free to get started and easy to set up—just create an account and use an API key to start sending emails quickly and securely.

Plex Store uses emails for the following:

• When a customer purchases an item it sends them a confirmation email with a list of what they bought.

• General notifications

How to Get an API Key from SendGrid (Free)

Step 1: Create a SendGrid Account

1. Visit SendGrid: Go to SendGrid's website.

2. Sign Up: If you don’t have an account, click on the Sign Up button. Fill out the required information. (You will most likely need to add 2FA, or verify your phone number)

   Image Description: An image showing the SendGrid homepage with the Sign Up button highlighted.

3. Choose a Free Plan: During the sign-up process, choose the free plan.

Step 2: Log In to Your SendGrid Account

1. Log In: After signing up, log in to your SendGrid account using your credentials.

Step 3: Navigate to API Keys

1. Access the Dashboard: Once logged in, you’ll be directed to the SendGrid dashboard.

   Image Description: The SendGrid dashboard, highlighting the left-side navigation panel.

2. Go to API Keys: On the left sidebar, click on Settings and then select API Keys from the dropdown menu.

Step 4: Create an API Key

1. Create a New API Key: Click on the Create API Key button.

2. Name Your API Key: A prompt will appear asking you to name your API Key. Enter a descriptive name, such as “MyAppAPIKey”.

3. Click the Create & View button. Your API Key will be displayed. Make sure to copy and store it securely. You won’t be able to view it again.

Step 5: Copy the API Key into Your config.yml File

1. Open the config.yml and paste the API Key wherever you need it.