How to create a workflow to send SMS notifications in Bubble.io?

Learn how to set up a workflow to send SMS notifications in Bubble.io using Twilio. Follow our step-by-step guide to integrate Twilio, design the UI, and test your workflow.

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Overview

Creating a workflow to send SMS notifications in Bubble.io is simpler than you might think. First, set up your Twilio account to obtain the necessary credentials. Then, install and configure the Twilio plugin in Bubble.io. Next, create a data type for SMS notifications and design your user interface with input fields and a send button. Finally, set up the workflow to send SMS messages using Twilio and test to ensure everything works smoothly. Follow these steps to seamlessly integrate SMS notifications into your Bubble.io project.

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How to create a workflow to send SMS notifications in Bubble.io?

Step 1: Set Up Your Twilio Account

Visit the Twilio website and sign up for an account.
After signing up, obtain your Twilio account SID and Auth Token from your Twilio console.
Purchase a Twilio phone number which will be used to send SMS notifications.

Step 2: Install the Twilio Plugin in Bubble.io

Log in to your Bubble.io account and open your project.
Navigate to the Plugins tab in the Bubble editor.
Search for the Twilio plugin and click the Install button.
Once installed, click on the plugin to configure it with your Twilio account SID and Auth Token.

Step 3: Create a New Data Type for SMS Notifications

Navigate to the Data tab in the Bubble editor.
Click on Data Types and create a new data type (e.g., “SMS Notifications”).
Add necessary fields to this data type, such as “To Phone Number”, “Message”, and “Status”.

Step 4: Design the User Interface

Navigate to the Design tab and add elements like input fields for the phone number and message, and a button to trigger the SMS.

Step 5: Create the Workflow to Send SMS

Go to the Workflow tab and create a new workflow for when the send SMS button is clicked.
Add an action to this workflow and select “Plugins” and then “Twilio - Send Text Message”.
Configure the action with dynamic data from the input fields for the “To Phone Number” and “Message” fields.
(Optional) Add an action to save the SMS details to the “SMS Notifications” data type you created earlier.

Step 6: Test Your Workflow

Preview your Bubble application.
Enter a valid phone number and message in the input fields.
Click the send SMS button and verify that the SMS is received on the provided phone number.

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