TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Zapier Account & Requirements
- How To Use a Zap Template
- Zap Templates
- Contact Related Zaps
- Create a Contact and opt-in to a Mobile Campaign (Mobile # Only)
Create a Contact and opt-in to a Mobile Campaign (Mobile + Additional Data)
Create / Update a Contact (No Keyword Opt-In)
Optout or Delete a Contact
Kiosk Mobile Opt-In (Mobile # Only)
Kiosk Visit Based Loyalty or Mobile Opt-in (Mobile + 3 Data Fields)
Kiosk Visit Based Loyalty Check-In (Mobile # Only)
Kiosk Spend Based Loyalty Check-In (Mobile # Only)
Send SMS (All Available Options Listed)
SendMT - Send Individual Message NOW
SendMT - Schedule Individual Message
SendMT - Schedule Blast to Keyword OptIns
Create a TRS Appointment
Create a Mobile Coupon
Issue a Mobile Coupon (Without sending a Text)
Create a Short URL
Create a Contact Profile in 3rd Party Account from a Post Notification
- Contact Related Zaps
The Zap Templates listed below were created with a special use in mind and have been formatted to suit those needs. Each Zap has two links. 1) The TEMPLATE link opens a unique page on Zapier with additional instructions, the Step 1 Trigger, and a Step 2 Action. 2) The API REF link opens a knowledge base article containing a visual reference for configuring the specific Step 2 Action.
Of course, when in doubt - reach out! The support team is here to help. For additional instruction and guidance on using Zapier, please review the suggested articles below.
REQUIREMENTS
Using these template requires a Zapier Account (minimum Starter Plan), log-in credentials to the 3rd party application, and an account on the mobile platform with the requisite features to perform the desired action (ex: mobile campaign, kiosk, coupons, etc...). For additional features that improve the flow of data through Zapier (ex: auto-replay, 2 min update time, and custom logic paths), the Professional Plan is preferred for maximum speed and flexibility.
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Note: All Shareable Zaps use Webhooks by Zapier. This is considered a premium app, the use of which requires a Zapier Account with the minimum STARTER Plan.
HOW TO USE A ZAP TEMPLATE
Step 1.
After creating the account on the mobile platform with the requisite features to perform the desired action (ex: mobile campaign, kiosk, coupons, etc...) log-in to Zapier.
Step 2.
Locate the desired template below and click the TRY IT button. This will open the template page (see image below).
The template page provides a detailed description, additional instructions, and pertinent notes for each step of the specific Zap. Review these notes carefully before proceeding.
Step 3.
When ready, click the TRY IT button from the template page to begin working with the Zap itself.
Step 4.
Rename the Zap and configure the steps to suit the specific account's needs.
For a more in depth guide to using a Zap Template, please view the resources listed below:
ZAP TEMPLATES
The template listed below represent the most common API calls in use today. Though the most common, the following list is only a sample of the APIs available. For a full list of API calls and POST NOTIFICATION APIs (PNAPI), please visit GATEWAY API in the MOBILE MESSAGING menu of the desired account.
CONTACTS
Use these Zaps to add a contact to the account's database, opt a contact in to a mobile campaign, update an existing contact, and opt-out or delete a contact.
Contact Related Zaps | ||
Create a Contact & Opt-In to Mobile Campaign (Mobile Only) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Create a Contact & Opt-In to a Mobile Campaign (Mobile + Additional Data) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Create/Update a Contact (No Keyword Opt-In) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Optout or Delete a Contact | TEMPLATE | API REF |
KIOSK
Use these Zaps to perform actions through the mobile kiosk such as opting into a mobile campaign, and visit and spend based loyalty.
Kiosk Related Zaps | ||
Kiosk Mobile Opt-In (Mobile Only) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Kiosk Visit Based Loyalty or Mobile Opt-in (Mobile + 3 Data Fields) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Kiosk Visit Based Loyalty Check-In (Mobile Only) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Kiosk Spend Based Loyalty Check-In (Mobile Only) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
SEND MESSAGE
Use these Zaps to send and schedule individual messages and blasts.
Send Message Related Zaps | ||
Send SMS (All Available Options Listed) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Send MT - Send Individual Message NOW | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Send MT - Schedule Individual Message | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Send MT - Schedule Blast to Keyword Optins | TEMPLATE | API REF |
TEXT REMINDER SYSTEM (TRS)
Use this Zap to create appointments in the Text Reminder System (TRS) and schedule reminders.
TRS Related Zaps | ||
Create TRS Appointment | TEMPLATE | API REF |
GENERAL PURPOSE ZAPS
Use these Zaps to execute a variety of actions such as issuing a mobile coupon and creating a short URL.
General Purpose Zaps | ||
Create a Mobile Coupon | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Issue a Mobile Coupon (No Text) | TEMPLATE | API REF |
Create a Short URL | TEMPLATE | API REF |
POST NOTIFICATION API (PNAPI)
Use this Zap with enabled Post Notification API (PNAPI) in the desired account to send information from the mobile platform to a 3rd party application.
Step 1.
Click TEMPLATE below, the use the TRY IT button on the Template Page.
PNAPI Zaps | |
Create Contact Profile in 3rd Party Account from Post Notification | TEMPLATE |
Step 2.
Copy the webhook URL from the Zap's Step 1 Trigger.
Step 3.
Log-in to the desired account on the mobile platform then click MESSAGING, then GATEWAY API.
Step 4.
Locate and click the POST NOTIFICATIONS button.
Step 5.
Click the Create A New Event hyperlink.
Step 6.
Use the dropdown menu provided to select the desired action that will trigger the Post Notification (ex: Contact Added, Kiosk Checkin, Incoming SMS Keyword Optin, etc...) and check mark ENABLE.
Step 7.
Choose Delivery type = GET, Data Type = URL Encoding, and enter the catch hook URL in the field provided.
Step 8.
Click the SAVE CHANGES button to save the selections.
Step 9.
Each PNAPI delivers a predetermined list of data. Once enabled, use the list provided to deselect unnecessary data.
Ex: Kiosk Check-In Data
Multiple Post Notifications can be enabled within the same account. Repeat the steps 1-8 to enable additional events that need to share information with the desired 3rd party.
Step 10.
Configure the Zap's Step 1 Action to suit the specific 3rd Party application's needs.