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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "Billing Plan Webhooks" from PayPal.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Send SMS" in SMS by Zapier.
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Zapier seamlessly connects PayPal and SMS by Zapier, automating your workflow.
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.
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- Events
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- Events
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- Events
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- Reference
- Currency Code
- Invoice Date
- Due Date
- Payment Terms
- Note
- Terms and Conditions
- Memo
- Your Business Name
- Your First Name
- Your Last Name
- Your Email
- Your Phone Country Code
- Your Phone Number
- Your Phone Type
- Your Website
- Your Tax ID
- Your Logo URL
- Your Additional Notes
- Your Address Line 1
- Your Address Line 2
- Your Address Line 3
- Your City
- Your State/Province
- Your Postal Code
- Your Country Code
- Recipient Business Name
- Recipient First Name
- Recipient Last Name
- Recipient Email
- Recipient Phone Country Code
- Recipient Phone Number
- Recipient Phone Type
- Recipient Additional Info
- Recipient Language
- Recipient Address Line 1
- Recipient Address Line 2
- Recipient Address Line 3
- Recipient City
- Recipient State/Province
- Recipient Postal Code
- Recipient Country Code
- Shipping Business Name
- Shipping First Name
- Shipping Last Name
- Shipping Address Line 1
- Shipping Address Line 2
- Shipping Address Line 3
- Shipping City
- Shipping State/Province
- Shipping Postal Code
- Shipping Country Code
- Item NameRequired
- Item Description
- Item QuantityRequired
- Item Unit AmountRequired
- Unit of Measure
- Item Date
- Item Tax Name
- Item Tax Percentage
- Item Tax Note
- Item Discount Type
- Item Discount Value
- Invoice Discount Type
- Invoice Discount Value
- Shipping Amount
- Shipping Tax Name
- Shipping Tax Percentage
- Custom Charge Label
- Custom Charge Amount
- Allow Partial Payment
- Minimum Amount Due
- Allow Tip
- Tax Calculated After Discount
- Tax Inclusive Pricing
- Template ID
- Additional Recipients (CC)
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- Events
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- Events
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- Events
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- Currency Code
- Payment Intent
- Description
- Reference ID
- Custom ID
- Invoice ID
- Payer Email
- Payer First Name
- Payer Last Name
- Item NameRequired
- Item QuantityRequired
- Item SKU
- Item Category
- Shipping Type
- Shipping Full Name
- Shipping Email
- Shipping Address Line 1
- Shipping Address Line 2
- Shipping State/Province
- Shipping City
- Shipping Postal Code
- Shipping Country Code
- Return URL
- Cancel URL
- Brand Name
- Shipping Preference
- User Action
- Soft Descriptor
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Practical ways you can use PayPal and SMS by Zapier
Send SMS for new PayPal payments
When a new PayPal payment is captured, Zapier sends an SMS notification to the business owner. This ensures they're instantly informed of their incoming funds without having to manually check accounts, streamlining cash flow monitoring.
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Send SMS alerts for payment refunds
When a PayPal payment refund occurs, Zapier triggers an SMS alert to notify engineers. This helps the team quickly address potential technical issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operation.
EngineeringSMS notifications for lucrative PayPal sales
When a high-value PayPal sale occurs, Zapier sends an SMS notification to the marketing team. This prompt notification enables the team to analyze trends and adjust strategies in real time to maximize conversion efforts.
Marketing & Marketing OpsLearn how to automate SMS by Zapier on the Zapier blog
Frequently Asked Questions about PayPal + SMS by Zapier integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with PayPal and SMS by Zapier
How do I integrate PayPal with SMS by Zapier?
To integrate PayPal with SMS by Zapier, you'll need to set up a Zap that connects your PayPal account with SMS by Zapier. The process involves selecting PayPal as your trigger app and choosing a specific trigger event, such as a payment received. After configuring the necessary details, you'll set SMS by Zapier as your action app to send out text messages based on this trigger.
What triggers are available for PayPal in the integration?
We provide several triggers for integrating with PayPal, including 'Payment Successful,' 'Refund Issued,' and 'New Invoice Created.' These allow you to automatically send SMS notifications for actions like successful transactions or refunds.
Can I customize the SMS content sent through the integration?
Yes, you can customize the message content in SMS by Zapier when setting up your Action step. You can include variables from PayPal triggers such as transaction amount or payer name to tailor each message to the recipient.
Is there a limit on the number of SMS messages I can send through this integration?
The number of SMS messages you can send is subject to the plan you choose with us. While setting up your Zap, it's important to check both your plan's limits and any applicable restrictions from your cellular carrier.
What kind of accounts do I need to set up this integration?
You'll need active accounts with both PayPal and Zapier. Additionally, ensure that you have access permissions necessary for accessing relevant data within these platforms during setup.
How secure is the data transfer between PayPal and SMS by Zapier?
Data transferred via this integration goes through secure channels that comply with industry standards for encryption. We prioritize protecting user data across all integrations to ensure safety and confidentiality.
Can I automate invoicing notifications through this integration?
Certainly! By using triggers like 'New Invoice Created' in PayPal, you can automate text alerts using our SMS service whenever an invoice is generated or paid.
