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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Phone Number" from Twilio.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Send SMS" in SMS by Zapier.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Twilio + 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 Twilio and SMS by Zapier
How do I integrate Twilio with SMS by Zapier?
To integrate Twilio with SMS by Zapier, you need to set up a new Zap where Twilio acts as the trigger app and SMS by Zapier acts as the action app. Log in to your Zapier account, click on 'Make a Zap,' and select Twilio. Choose a trigger event such as 'New Incoming SMS,' then connect your Twilio account. Next, set the action app to 'SMS by Zapier' and specify what should happen when the trigger occurs, like sending out an SMS message.
What triggers are available for Twilio in Zapier?
When integrating Twilio with our platform, you can use triggers such as 'New Incoming SMS,' 'New Call Alert,' and 'New Recording.' These triggers activate specific Zaps that perform actions like sending an automatic reply via SMS or logging call details into a spreadsheet.
Can I send an automatic text response using this integration?
Yes, using our integration between Twilio and SMS by Zapier, you can set up a Zap to automatically send a text response whenever you receive an incoming message on your Twilio number. After selecting the appropriate trigger (e.g., 'New Incoming SMS'), choose the action to be 'Send SMS' in the setup workflow.
Are there any prerequisites for connecting Twilio with SMS by Zapier?
Before setting up your integration, ensure that you have active accounts with both Twilio and Zapier. Additionally, you'll need proper authentication credentials from Twilio to connect it within our platform. Ensure you've configured your phone numbers within your Twilio account to enable messaging services.
What actions can be performed using SMS by Zapier in this setup?
Once you've set up your integration with Twilio triggering events, you can perform actions like sending outgoing messages using 'Send Outbound SMS' or notifying a team member about specific events via text message through our platform's capabilities.
Does this integration support multimedia messages (MMS)?
Currently, our integration focuses on handling standard SMS functionalities rather than multimedia messaging service (MMS). Therefore, you'll only be able to automate workflows involving text-based messages through this setup.
Is it possible to log received messages into Google Sheets using this integration?
Absolutely! You can create a automation that uses a received message on Twilio as a trigger. By setting Google Sheets as the action step after receiving an incoming message, we facilitate automatically logging pertinent details into specified spreadsheet columns each time the trigger conditions are met.
Practical ways you can use Twilio and SMS by Zapier
Receive an SMS for missed Twilio calls.
When a call is finished on your Twilio number without being answered, Zapier sends you an SMS notification through SMS by Zapier. This ensures you never miss an important call, helping you stay responsive and maintain a great customer experience.
Business OwnerReceive SMS alerts for Twilio transcription updates.
Stay informed of updates quickly. When a new transcription is available in Twilio, Zapier triggers an SMS to notify the team. This helps IT teams act faster, improving incident response times.
ITAlert team via SMS for new Twilio WhatsApp messages.
Keep your marketing team in the loop. When a new WhatsApp message is received on your Twilio number, Zapier triggers an SMS to notify the team. This ensures timely follow-ups and streamlined communication, boosting engagement.
Marketing & Marketing OpsSupported 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.
- New Phone Number
Triggers when you add a new phone number.
Try ItTriggerPolling - New Recording
Triggers when a new recording is available on your account.
Try ItTriggerPolling - New Transcription
Triggers when a new transcription is available on your account.
Try ItTriggerPolling - From NumberRequired
- To NumberRequired
- MessageRequired
- Voice
- Language
- Send Digits
ActionWrite
- Instructions_copy
Try ItTriggerInstant- To NumberRequired
- Apply US Prefix
Try ItTriggerPolling- To NumberRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- Help Text
- From NumberRequired
- Alphanumeric Sender ID
- To NumberRequired
- MessageRequired
- Media_url
ActionWrite