Automated SMS Integration with Housing.com Leads in India

Learn how to automate SMS notifications for Housing.com leads using Pabbly Connect and ClickSend. Step-by-step guide for seamless integration. Navigate the automation landscape confidently with clear, structured guidance suitable for professionals regardless of prior technical experience.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for SMS Automation

To initiate SMS automation, the first step involves using Pabbly Connect. This tool allows seamless integration between various applications, including Housing.com and ClickSend. Begin by signing into your Pabbly Connect account. If you’re a new user, you can sign up for free and receive 100 tasks to start your automation journey.

Once logged in, navigate to the dashboard and click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. Name your workflow as ‘Send SMS to Housing.com Leads’ and select the folder named ‘Housing.com’ for better organization. After this, click on create to proceed to the trigger and action setup.

2. Configuring Trigger with Housing.com for New Leads

In this section, you will set up the trigger using Housing.com. Select Housing.com as the trigger application and choose the event as ‘New Leads’. This configuration ensures that every time a new lead is generated on Housing.com, the workflow will activate.

• Select Housing.com as your trigger application.
• Choose the trigger event as New Leads.
• Copy the provided webhook URL.

Next, you need to configure this webhook URL within your Housing.com account. Since the platform does not support user interface webhook integration, contact your account manager to set this up. Once configured, capture the webhook response to ensure that lead details like mobile number, name, and email are received correctly.

3. Setting Up ClickSend to Send SMS

After successfully configuring the trigger, the next step is to set up ClickSend for sending SMS. In the action window, search for ClickSend and select it. Choose the action event as ‘Send SMS’ to proceed with the SMS configuration.

To connect your ClickSend account with Pabbly Connect, click on ‘Connect’. You will need to enter your ClickSend username and API key. To find these details, log into ClickSend, navigate to the developers menu, and select API credentials. Copy the API key and username, then paste them into Pabbly Connect.

Once connected, you will need to specify the mobile number to which the SMS will be sent. Map the mobile number from the Housing.com lead response. This mapping ensures that the correct number is used each time a new lead is processed.

4. Finalizing the SMS Message Content

In this step, you will finalize the SMS message that will be sent to the leads. In the message field, craft a personalized message that includes the lead’s name. For example, the message can be: ‘Hello [First Name] [Last Name], thank you for your response. Our relationship manager will get in touch with you soon. If you have any queries, reach us at housing.com [email protected]’. using Pabbly Connect

• Map the first name and last name fields from the lead response.
• Leave the ‘From’ field blank unless you have a dedicated ClickSend number.
• Set the source as Housing.com for tracking.

After composing the message, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. This will allow you to verify that the SMS is sent correctly. You should receive a positive response confirming that the message was scheduled for delivery.

5. Conclusion: Successful SMS Integration with Housing.com

In conclusion, the integration of Pabbly Connect with Housing.com and ClickSend allows for efficient SMS automation. Now, every time a new lead is generated on Housing.com, an SMS notification will be sent automatically, ensuring timely communication with potential clients.

This setup not only streamlines the lead management process but also enhances customer engagement. With the right configuration, your SMS automation will operate smoothly and effectively, helping your business thrive in the competitive real estate market in India.