touchSMS
Slack
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects touchSMS + Slack

Send Inbound SMS to a specific Slack channel

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect touchSMS and Slack

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier 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.

Diagram

Send Inbound SMS to a specific Slack channel
Workflow diagram: touchSMS + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in touchSMS

touchSMS

New Incoming SMS in touchSMS

Triggers when a new inbound SMS is received.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Send Channel Message in Slack

Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Send Inbound SMS to a specific Slack channel.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect touchSMS and Slack to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect touchSMS to Zapier.

    Connect touchSMS to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your touchSMS account, using touchSMS credentials.

  • Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Slack account, using Slack credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for touchSMS

    Set up a Trigger action for touchSMS

    Choose the following trigger: New Incoming SMS (Triggers when a new inbound SMS is received.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Send Channel Message (Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between touchSMS and Slack.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    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 Inbound SMS to a specific Slack channel!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Slack

    New message in channels (instant)

    New message in channels (instant)

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  • Slack

    New message posted to channel

    Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.

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  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New pushed message

    Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.

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    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New user

    Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.

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  • Slack

    New reaction added

    Triggers when a reaction (aka reactji) is added to a message in a public #channel.

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  • touchSMS

    Send sms

    Sends a SMS to a single mobile number.

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  • touchSMS

    Create contact

    Automatically creates a new contact in touchSMS platform.

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  • touchSMS

    New incoming sms

    Triggers when a new inbound SMS is received.

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  • touchSMS

    Get sender ids

    Get Sender Ids from account

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    triggerbyzapier

Apps you need

Slack

Slack

Team Chat

A cloud-based platform for team communication and collaboration

Slack is the go-to platform for modern teams seeking seamless communication and collaboration. With everything in one easily searchable place, including channels, integrations, and tools, Slack keeps your team aligned and productive.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.