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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 Email" in SMTP by Zapier.
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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.
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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
Try ItTriggerInstant- AmountRequired
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions about PayPal + SMTP 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 SMTP by Zapier
How do I initiate a Zap to send an email when a PayPal transaction occurs?
To initiate a Zap that sends an email when a PayPal transaction occurs, you first need to set up PayPal as the trigger app and select 'Successful Sale' or any other desired trigger. Then, choose SMTP by Zapier as the action app and configure your email details. Make sure your SMTP server settings are correctly entered.
What types of PayPal transactions can trigger an SMTP email?
You can use various PayPal triggers such as 'Successful Sale', 'Refunded Sale', or 'Completed Checkout'. Each of these triggers can initiate an email action through SMTP once set up in your Zap.
Is it possible to attach files to emails sent via SMTP by Zapier when using PayPal triggers?
Yes, it's possible to attach files. When setting up your action in SMTP by Zapier, you can include file attachments from previous steps if supported by the trigger data from PayPal.
Can I customize the email content sent via SMTP after a PayPal payment is received?
Absolutely! With our Zap editor, you can customize the subject and body of the email using data from the PayPal transaction. This includes dynamic fields like payer's name, amount paid, and item purchased.
Do I need technical knowledge to integrate PayPal with SMTP by Zapier?
No advanced technical knowledge is needed. Our user-friendly interface guides you through selecting triggers and setting actions like sending emails with minimal effort.
How quickly will my recipient receive an email after a transaction is completed on PayPal?
The timing largely depends on internet speeds and server response times but typically after a successful setup, your recipients should get their emails within minutes of completing a transaction on PayPal.
What should I do if the emails triggered by my Zaps aren't being delivered?
If emails aren't being delivered, check if there are errors in your Zap's setup or if there's an issue with your SMTP server settings. It's also good to verify recipient’s spam filters and ensure that server restrictions aren’t blocking outgoing messages.
