Connect News API and touchSMS to Build Intelligent Automations

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News API

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Actions and Triggers

When this happensTriggers

A trigger is an event that starts a workflow.

New SMS Received

New SMS Received

Triggers when your touchSMS account receives a new SMS and provides the message details (sender, text, time).

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Do thisActions

Action is the task that follows automatically within your News API integrations.

Top headlines Sources

Top headlines Sources

The subset of news publishers that top headlines are available from.

Create Contact

Create Contact

Add a new contact in touchSMS using a mobile number and optional details (first name, surname, email, group). Can update the contact if the number already exists.

Send SMS

Send SMS

Send a text message to the specified phone number using your approved sender ID.

Send Verification SMS

Send Verification SMS

Send an SMS verification code to a recipient using the touchSMS verification template.

Add Opt-Out Number

Add Opt-Out Number

Adds a mobile number to the touchSMS opt-out list to stop SMS delivery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start an integration between News API and touchSMS?

To start, connect both your News API and touchSMS accounts to viaSocket. Once connected, you can set up a workflow where an event in News API triggers actions in touchSMS (or vice versa).

Can we customize how data from News API is recorded in touchSMS?

Absolutely. You can customize how News API data is recorded in touchSMS. This includes choosing which data fields go into which fields of touchSMS, setting up custom formats, and filtering out unwanted information.

How often does the data sync between News API and touchSMS?

The data sync between News API and touchSMS typically happens in real-time through instant triggers. And a maximum of 15 minutes in case of a scheduled trigger.

Can I filter or transform data before sending it from News API to touchSMS?

Yes, viaSocket allows you to add custom logic or use built-in filters to modify data according to your needs.

Is it possible to add conditions to the integration between News API and touchSMS?

Yes, you can set conditional logic to control the flow of data between News API and touchSMS. For instance, you can specify that data should only be sent if certain conditions are met, or you can create if/else statements to manage different outcomes.

News API

About News API

News API is a powerful tool that provides access to a wide range of news articles and headlines from various sources across the globe. It allows developers to integrate news data into their applications, enabling users to stay updated with the latest news in real-time.

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touchSMS

About touchSMS

touchSMS is a simple app to send and receive SMS from any application.

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