How to Send Bulk SMS from Google Sheets Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to send bulk SMS from Google Sheets using Pabbly Connect. This step-by-step tutorial covers the integration process in detail. Master proven automation processes with practical implementation examples and strategic recommendations you can apply immediately in your workflow.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for SMS Integration

To send bulk SMS from Google Sheets, you first need to set up Pabbly Connect. Start by visiting the Pabbly Connect dashboard at www.Pabbly.com/connect. Log in to your existing account or sign up for a free account to access 100 free tasks each month.

Once you are in the dashboard, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You can choose the new beta method for a modern workflow or the classic method for a familiar interface. For this tutorial, we will use the new beta method. Name your workflow ‘Send Bulk SMS from Google Sheets’ and select a folder for organization.

2. Connecting Google Sheets to Pabbly Connect

Next, you need to connect Google Sheets with Pabbly Connect. Set the trigger application as Google Sheets and choose the event as ‘New or Updated Spreadsheet Row’. Click the connect button to generate a webhook URL.

• Copy the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.
• Open your Google Sheets and navigate to Extensions > Add-ons > Get Add-ons.
• Search for ‘Pabbly Connect Webhooks’ and install it.

After installation, refresh your Google Sheets. Go to Extensions > Pabbly Connect Webhooks and select ‘Initial Setup’. Paste the webhook URL in the designated field and set the trigger column to the last column where data is entered (e.g., Column F). Click submit to save the settings.

3. Testing the Integration with a New Entry

Now that you have set up the connection, it’s time to test it. Enter a new customer’s details in your Google Sheets. For instance, input the name as ‘Test User’, email as ‘[email protected]’, and a dummy phone number. Also, include the product purchased, date, and amount. using Pabbly Connect

After entering the details, check back in your Pabbly Connect workflow. You should see that the trigger has captured the response, confirming that the integration is working correctly. This means that as soon as you add data in Google Sheets, it will automatically send an SMS to the customer.

4. Sending SMS Using Twilio through Pabbly Connect

To send SMS, add an action step in your workflow and select Twilio as the action application. Choose the event as ‘Send SMS Message’ and click connect. Here, you will need to enter your Twilio Account SID and Auth Token, which you can find on your Twilio dashboard. using Pabbly Connect

• Enter the body of the SMS you wish to send, such as ‘Hello {Name}, Welcome to Natural Glow Skincare!’.
• Map the customer’s name from the previous step to personalize the message.
• Specify the sender’s number from your Twilio account and map the recipient’s number from the Google Sheets data.

Once you have filled in all the required fields, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to send a test SMS. If everything is set up correctly, you will receive the SMS on the specified phone number.

5. Sending Bulk SMS to All Contacts in Google Sheets

To send bulk SMS to all customers listed in your Google Sheets, use the ‘Send All Data’ feature in Pabbly Connect. Go back to Extensions > Pabbly Connect Webhooks and select ‘Send All Data’. This will trigger SMS to all customers whose data exists in the spreadsheet.

After clicking on ‘Send All Data’, all customers will receive the SMS based on the details stored in the Google Sheets. This feature allows you to efficiently communicate with multiple customers without manually entering their details each time.

With this setup, the process will run automatically every time new data is added to Google Sheets, ensuring that your communication remains seamless and efficient.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect, you can easily send bulk SMS from Google Sheets without any coding skills. This tutorial provides a seamless integration method, allowing you to automate customer communication effectively.