An automated workflow using ifttt
Connects Google Calendar + ClickSend SMS
Send SMS notification of Google Calendar event
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Google Calendar and ClickSend SMS
It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.
Categories
Google Calendar and ClickSend SMS can also be integrated using automation tools other than ifttt:
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Google Calendar
Any event starts in Google Calendar
This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of any event on your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.
Then this action happens in ClickSend SMS
Send SMS in ClickSend SMS
This action will send an SMS message
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send SMS notification of Google Calendar event.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Google Calendar and ClickSend SMS to IFTTT.
Create IFTTT account.
Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.
Connect Google Calendar to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your Google Calendar account, using Google Calendar credentials.
Connect ClickSend SMS to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your ClickSend SMS account, using ClickSend SMS credentials.
Part II
Build an integration workflow
Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of IFTTT.
Set up a Trigger action for Google Calendar
Choose the following trigger: Any event starts (This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of any event on your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.).
Then set up an Action for ClickSend SMS
Choose this action: Send SMS (This action will send an SMS message).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Google Calendar and ClickSend SMS.
Test the workflow and turn it on for production use
Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Send SMS notification of Google Calendar event!
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This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of any event on your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.
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This Trigger fires a set number of minutes before the starting time of an event on your Calendar that contains a specific keyword or phrase in the event’s Title, Description, or Location. Ingredient will be based on the zone set in Google.
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This Trigger fires every time a new event is added to your Google Calendar. Note: The time in the ingredient will be based on the timezone set in Google Calendar.
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Apps you need
Google Calendar, the free time-management web application, simplifies scheduling and organizing your daily events. Easily manage and share your schedule with customizable notifications, ensuring you stay on top of your commitments.
ClickSend SMS
A cloud-based service that lets you send and receive SMS, Email, Voice, Fax via API worldwide
ClickSend SMS is a cloud-based business communication software that allows you to send and receive SMS, MMS, voice, email, direct mail, and more worldwide. It is equipped with a global SMS gateway and fast delivery, making business messaging easy. Get access to a full communications suite and receive 24/7 free support.
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