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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Function" from AWS Lambda.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Send Email" in SendGrid.
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Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
- Region
Try ItTriggerPolling- Region
- FunctionRequired
- ArgumentsRequired
ActionWrite- ToRequired
- FromRequired
- From Name
- Reply To
- SubjectRequired
- Text
- HTML
ActionWrite- Find List by Name
This action searches for a specific list in SendGrid using the list name as an input and outputs the information of the list that matches the input name.
ActionWrite
- Region
- FunctionRequired
- ArgumentsRequired
ActionWrite- Region
- Input ObjectRequired
- CodeRequired
ActionWrite- Api_docs_info
- Stop on errorRequired
- HTTP MethodRequired
- URLRequired
- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
ActionWrite- Create or Update Contact
This action allows you to add or update a Contact in SendGrid. You can use this action to add the contact to the list.
ActionWrite
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Frequently Asked Questions about AWS Lambda + SendGrid integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with AWS Lambda and SendGrid
Can I use AWS Lambda to send emails through SendGrid?
Yes, you can use AWS Lambda to send emails through SendGrid by integrating your Lambda function with the SendGrid API. This involves writing a Lambda function that triggers an email through SendGrid whenever a specific event occurs.
What kind of trigger events can I use with AWS Lambda and SendGrid integration?
With AWS Lambda and SendGrid integration, you can trigger email sending based on various cloud events such as file uploads to S3, database updates in DynamoDB, SNS notifications, or any custom-defined event within your AWS environment.
Do I need to set up an API key for this integration?
Yes, setting up a SendGrid API key is essential for authenticating your requests when you send emails from an AWS Lambda function. You'll need to add this API key securely in your Lambda environment variables.
How do we handle error responses from SendGrid in our AWS Lambda functions?
In your AWS Lambda function code, you should implement error handling logic to capture and manage error responses from the SendGrid API. This might include logging errors, triggering alerts via Amazon SNS, or implementing retry logic based on the error type.
Can I customize email templates when sending emails via AWS Lambda and SendGrid?
Yes, you can customize email templates sent via the integration. You may create dynamic templates within your SendGrid account and modify them dynamically by passing template data from your Lambda functions during execution.
Is it possible to track the status of emails sent using this setup?
You can track the status of emails sent using the AWS Lambda and SendGrid integration by leveraging SendGrid's event webhook feature. It allows you to receive real-time notifications about email deliveries, bounces, opens, or clicks directly into an endpoint you configure.
How do we secure our email content when using this integration?
To secure your email content, ensure that any sensitive data is encrypted before being passed into your Lambda function. Additionally, manage permissions carefully by restricting access only to necessary services using IAM roles and policies.
