SMTP Error 503 - Bad Sequence of Commands

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What This Error Means

SMTP error 503 means commands were sent out of order or a required step was skipped:

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Authentication Missing
The server requires authentication (AUTH) before accepting mail commands.
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Wrong Command Order
SMTP commands were sent in an incorrect sequence.
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Session Reset
The session was reset unexpectedly, requiring commands to start over.

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Configure your mail client or server to authenticate (SMTP AUTH) before sending mail.

Verify that your outgoing mail server settings include proper authentication credentials.

Ensure your email client or server software is up to date and properly configured.

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503 Bad sequence of commands
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