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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for SMS Automation
To start sending automated SMS messages, you first need to access Pabbly Connect. Open your browser and navigate to pabbly.com/connect. This is the central platform that will facilitate the integration between Google Ads and Twilio for SMS messaging.
If you are a new user, click on ‘Sign up for free’ to create an account. As an existing user, simply sign in. You can explore Pabbly Connect with 100 free tasks per month. After logging in, you will see various Pabbly applications. Click on ‘Access Now’ under Pabbly Connect to enter the dashboard.
2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect
Now that you are in Pabbly Connect, it’s time to create a workflow. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You can choose from three methods, but for this tutorial, select the ‘Quick Builder’ option. This will take you directly to the workflow window where you’ll set up the automation.
- Select the application as Google Ads.
- Choose the event that triggers the workflow.
- Copy the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.
After copying the webhook URL, you will use it to connect Google Ads to Pabbly Connect. This is a crucial step in automating SMS sending.
3. Integrating Google Ads with Pabbly Connect
With the webhook URL copied, log into your Google Ads account. Create a test campaign and set up a lead form. Under the lead delivery section, look for the webhook integration option. Paste the webhook URL you copied from Pabbly Connect and assign a key name, such as ‘test’.
Now, send test data to ensure the integration works. Click on the ‘Send Test Data’ button. If successful, you should see a confirmation message in Pabbly Connect, indicating that the test data was received. This confirms that Google Ads is now linked with Pabbly Connect.
4. Setting Up Twilio in Pabbly Connect
Next, you will set up Twilio to send SMS messages. In your Pabbly Connect workflow, select Twilio as the action application. You will need to provide your Twilio Account SID, Authorization Token, and Twilio phone number. These details can be found in your Twilio console under account info.
After entering the required information, click on ‘Save’. This connects Twilio with Pabbly Connect. Now, you need to specify the SMS body. Use dynamic mapping to personalize the message by including the lead’s first name. This makes the SMS more engaging and tailored to each recipient.
5. Testing the SMS Automation
Finally, it’s time to test the SMS sending automation. In Pabbly Connect, fill in the recipient’s phone number and the SMS body. Make sure to replace any dummy numbers with actual ones to receive the SMS. After filling in the details, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’.
Once you see a successful response, check your phone for the SMS. You should receive a confirmation message that reads, ‘Hi [First Name], thank you for your inquiry. We have received your details, and our team will get in touch shortly.’ This confirms that the entire automation process works seamlessly through Pabbly Connect.
Conclusion
This tutorial demonstrates how to use Pabbly Connect to automate SMS messages effectively. By integrating Google Ads and Twilio, you can streamline your lead communication process effortlessly. Start using Pabbly Connect today to enhance your business automation.



