An automated workflow using ifttt
Connects Pocket + GroupMe
When you favorite an article on Pocket, share it to a GroupMe group
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Pocket and GroupMe
It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt allows you to create automated bots 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
Pocket and GroupMe can also be integrated using automation tools other than ifttt:
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Pocket
New favorite item in Pocket
This Trigger fires every time you favorite an item in Pocket.
Then this action happens in GroupMe
Post a message to group in GroupMe
This Action will post a new message to the group you specify.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to When you favorite an article on Pocket, share it to a GroupMe group.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Pocket and GroupMe to IFTTT.
Create IFTTT account.
Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.
Connect Pocket to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your Pocket account, using Pocket credentials.
Connect GroupMe to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your GroupMe account, using GroupMe 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 Pocket
Choose the following trigger: New favorite item (This Trigger fires every time you favorite an item in Pocket.).
Then set up an Action for GroupMe
Choose this action: Post a message to group (This Action will post a new message to the group you specify.).
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 Pocket and GroupMe.
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 When you favorite an article on Pocket, share it to a GroupMe group!
Related Automation Templates
Supported triggers and actions
Any new item
This Trigger fires every time any new item is added to Pocket.
triggerbyiftttNew item
Triggers when you add a new item.
triggerbyzapierautomateiopipedreamNew tagged item
Triggers when you tag an item.
triggerbyzapierautomateiopipedreamNew favorite item
Triggers when you favorite an item.
triggerbyzapieriftttNew archived item
Triggers when you archive an item.
triggerbyzapierautomateiopipedreamNew item tagged
This Trigger fires every time you tag an item with a specific tag in Pocket.
triggerbyifttt
Post a message to group
This Action will post a new message to the group you specify.
actionbyiftttCreate a message
Sends a message to a group.
actionbyintegromatAdd a member
Adds a new member to a group.
actionbyintegromatCreate a direct message
Sends a direct message to another user.
actionbyintegromatCreate a group
Creates a new group.
actionbyintegromatDestroy a group
Destroys an existing group.
actionbyintegromat
Apps you need
GroupMe is a free, versatile messaging platform that allows you to easily connect with friends and loved ones. From group chats to one-on-one messaging, it's perfect for staying connected on any type of phone.
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