How to Automatically Forward SMS to Email Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to forward SMS to email automatically using Pabbly Connect. This detailed guide covers every step to integrate Twilio and Gmail seamlessly. Navigate the automation landscape confidently with clear, structured guidance suitable for professionals regardless of prior technical experience.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for SMS to Email Integration

To forward SMS to email automatically, you need to access Pabbly Connect. This platform allows seamless integration between Twilio and Gmail. Start by visiting the Pabbly Connect website and creating a free account to explore its features.

Once logged in, you will be directed to your dashboard. Here, you can create a new workflow by clicking on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. This will set the stage for automating the SMS to email process.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

In this step, you will create a workflow in Pabbly Connect. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button and give your workflow a name, such as ‘Auto Forward Incoming SMS to Email’. This name will help you identify the workflow later.

• Click on ‘Create’ to initiate the workflow.
• You will see two boxes for trigger and action.
• Select Twilio as your trigger application.

Now, choose the trigger event as ‘New SMS’. This setup will ensure that every time a new SMS is received, it triggers the workflow to send an email via Gmail.

3. Connecting Twilio to Pabbly Connect

To connect Twilio with Pabbly Connect, you will need to set up a webhook URL provided by Pabbly. Log into your Twilio account and navigate to the console’s number page. Here, select the phone number you want to use for receiving SMS.

• Find the messaging section and locate the ‘Message Comes In’ option.
• Paste the webhook URL from Pabbly Connect into the designated field.
• Save the changes to update your Twilio settings.

After setting up the webhook, send a test SMS to your Twilio number. This will allow Pabbly Connect to capture the incoming SMS details and proceed with the automation setup.

4. Setting Up Gmail Integration in Pabbly Connect

After successfully capturing the SMS details in Pabbly Connect, the next step is to set up Gmail for sending the email. Click on the plus icon to add an action application and select Gmail.

Choose the action event as ‘Send Email’. Connect your Gmail account by providing the necessary permissions. Input the recipient email address where you want to forward the SMS.

Ensure that the email subject indicates the nature of the message, such as ‘New SMS Query Received’. In the email content, map the SMS body received from Twilio to ensure the details are included in the forwarded email.

5. Testing and Saving Your Workflow

Once you have configured the Gmail settings in Pabbly Connect, it’s time to test your workflow. Click on the ‘Save and Send Test Request’ button to see if the SMS is forwarded to your Gmail account.

Check your Gmail inbox to confirm that the email has been received. The email should contain the SMS content and sender details, ensuring that your automation is functioning correctly.

Once confirmed, you can close Pabbly Connect as the automation will run in the background, forwarding all incoming SMS to your specified email address without further intervention.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can easily set up an automation to forward SMS to email using Pabbly Connect. This integration streamlines communication and ensures that important messages are never missed. Start automating your SMS to email process today!