Hamza Shahid

Writer

Expertise

Content marketing
Email marketing
Affiliate marketing
WordPress
SAAS
ERPs

Highlights

Hamza is a Content Writer for the WP Mail SMTP team at Awesome Motive, where he also contributes to WPForms. He holds a BSc in Business Administration and brings a diverse range of experience to the team.

He began his writing career at a creative agency, where Hamza honed his skills in creating blogs, tutorials, eBooks, press releases, and whitepapers. Eager to explore new opportunities, he ventured into freelancing on Fiverr, offering a variety of content services.

His career took a specialized turn when he spent six years in the cybersecurity and ERP industries, managing a portfolio of eight Managed WordPress affiliate sites. This experience gave him a strong foundation in affiliate marketing and SEO.

Joining WPForms in 2023, Hamza now focuses on creating insightful content that helps users get the most out of their WordPress experience. When he’s not behind the screen, Hamza enjoys spending quality time with his cats and exploring beaches across the city.

Fluent SMTP vs WP Mail SMTP: Which Is the Best SMTP Plugin?

Alright, let's get this out of the way first. You're reading this comparison on the WP Mail SMTP blog. Does that automatically make it biased?

I understand why you might think that, but my goal here is genuinely to share my hands-on experience testing both FluentSMTP and WP Mail SMTP in real-world scenarios.

I believe in transparency, and while we're obviously proud of WP Mail SMTP, this comparison is based on actual usage, troubleshooting, and seeing where each plugin shines… and where they stumble.

How to Fix Could Not Instantiate Mail Function in WordPress

Have you ever encountered the frustrating 'could not instantiate mail function' error on your WordPress site?

This error jeopardizes essential website interactions like user registration, password resets, and critical notifications.

I’ve run into this error a few times myself while helping clients set up contact forms and transactional emails.

So, don’t stress! I've created this guide to show how you can rectify this issue using WP Mail SMTP!

WP Mail SMTP Lite vs Pro: Is It Worth the Upgrade?

Want to know the differences between WP Mail SMTP Lite vs Pro? Looking for advice on picking the right plan?

Since WP Mail SMTP is one of the most trusted SMTP plugins for WordPress, selecting a version that complements your business needs is crucial.

In this post, we'll compare WP Mail SMTP Lite and WP Mail SMTP Pro, so you know exactly what you get when you upgrade.

How to fix Elementor form not sending email

[FIXED] Elementor Contact Form Not Sending Email

Many users face email sending problems with Elementor forms. But troubleshooting this problem is fairly easy.

In this article, we're going to walk you through the troubleshooting steps and explain how WP Mail SMTP can fix your email problems with Elementor forms once and for all.

How to Get an SMS Notification from WordPress Forms

Have you ever wondered how to get an SMS notification when users submit a form on your WordPress website?

SMS notifications, originating from your WordPress forms, bridge the gap between online actions and real-time alerts.

This tutorial shows you how to enable SMS notifications for forms by using WPForms and connecting it to Twilio via Zapier.

7+ Best WordPress Email Subscription Plugins (Compared & Tested)

Are you looking for the best WordPress email subscription plugin to skyrocket your website's user engagement and conversion?

With the right email subscription plugin, you can unlock endless opportunities—from increasing your subscribers to automating marketing campaigns.

In this article, we'll investigate, test, and compile a list of the best email subscription plugins you can easily use with WordPress.

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