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2. Choose an Action

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Select a trigger from Square

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with Square, a trigger could be "New Appointment."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from SMS by Zapier

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with SMS by Zapier, the action could be "Send SMS."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Get SMS updates for new Square transactions
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Send sms for new invoices in Square using SMS by Zapier
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Get SMS updates for new Square transactions

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Send sms to new Square customers using SMS by Zapier

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Send sms notifications for new Square payments with SMS by Zapier

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Frequently Asked Questions about Square + SMS by Zapier integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Square and SMS by Zapier

How can I integrate Square with SMS by Zapier?

To integrate Square with SMS by Zapier, you'll first need to create a Zap. A Zap consists of a trigger and one or more actions. You'll set up Square as the trigger app and choose an event such as 'New Transaction'. Then, you'll configure SMS by Zapier as the action app to send a message whenever that Square trigger occurs.

What triggers can I use in the Square and SMS by Zapier integration?

In our integration, you can use triggers such as 'New Transaction', 'Updated Customer', or 'New Product' in Square. These events will initiate the sending of an SMS via SMS by Zapier.

What kind of actions can I perform with SMS by Zapier after a Square trigger activates?

Once a Square trigger like 'New Payment' activates, you can set up actions with SMS by Zapier to send out notifications or alerts directly to your phone number or that of your clients.

Is it possible to filter which Square transactions trigger an SMS?

Yes, during the setup of your integration, you can add filters to only allow certain transactions from Square to proceed and trigger an SMS action. This allows for more refined control over what notifications are sent.

Can I customize the content of the SMS sent through this integration?

Certainly! When setting up your action step with SMS by Zapier after a Square event triggers it, you have full control over the message content. You may include transaction details, customer information, and other relevant data from Square.

Do I need technical skills to set up this integration?

No technical skills are necessary. Our platform provides a straightforward interface where you create Zaps using simple steps—just select your triggers and actions, input necessary information, and we handle the rest.

Can multiple users receive the same notification from a single transaction in Square?

Yes, when configuring your action in SMS by Zapier after selecting a trigger from Square, you can specify multiple phone numbers to receive notifications regarding any single event.

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Supported triggers and actions

Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.

New Appointment
Triggers when a new appointment is created.
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Scheduled
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New Customer
Triggers when a new customer is created.
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Location
  Required
- Order Status
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Customer ID
  Required
- Group
  Required
Action
Write
- Inventory Change Type
  Required
- Location
  Required
- Catalog Object
  Required
- Quantity
  Required
- Ignore unchanged counts
Action
Write

- Location
  Required
- Order ID
  Required
- Customer ID
  Required
- Accepted_payment_methods
  Required
- Payment due date
  Required
- Tipping enabled
- Invoice title
- Invoice number
- Description
- Delivery method
  Required
- Scheduled at
- Date of sale
Action
Write
- Payment
  Required
- Refund amount
- Reason
- Team Member ID
  Required
Action
Write

- Help_text
- Location
  Required
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Field_help
- Email_address
- Phone_number
- Reference_id
Action
Search
- Field_help
- Text Filter
- Location
  Required
Action
Search
- Field_help
- Email_address
- Phone_number
- Reference_id
- First Name
- Last Name
- Country
- Street Address
- Apt./Suite
- City
- State
- ZIP
- Other
- Company
- Nickname
Action
Search or write
- Send_v2_copy
- From_number
- Message
  Required
Action
Write

- Item Type
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Location
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Location
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Location
  Required
- Team Member ID
  Required
- Customer ID
  Required
- Date and Time of Appointment
  Required
- Appointment Service ID
  Required
- Note
Action
Write
- First Name
- Last Name
- Email_address
- Phone_number
- Country
- Street Address
- Apt./Suite
- City
- State
- ZIP
- Other
- Company
- Nickname
- Reference_id
Action
Write
- Location
  Required
- Customer ID
  Required
- Reference_id
- Buyer Email Address
- Payment Type
  Required
- Payment Note
- Quantity
  Required
- Amount
- Currency
- Line Item Name
- Catalog Object
  Required
- Pickup
- Display Name
- Carrier
- Expected Ship Date/Time
- Shipping Note
- Fulfillment Email Address
- Phone_number
- Street Address
- Apt./Suite
- State
- County
- Country
- City
- ZIP
- Type
- Name
- Percentage
- Amount Discounted
- Discount Currency
- Name
- Percentage
- Type
Action
Write
- Customer ID
  Required
- Group
  Required
Action
Write
- Customer ID
  Required
- First Name
- Last Name
- Email_address
- Phone_number
- Country
- Street Address
- Apt./Suite
- City
- State
- ZIP
- Other
- Company
- Nickname
- Reference_id
- Birthday
Action
Write
Find Order by ID
This action retrieves the details of a specific order from Square using the order ID.
Action
Write
- Customer ID
  Required
Action
Search
- Location
  Required
- Field_help
- Customer ID
  Required
- Fulfillment_state
- Status
Action
Search
- Location
  Required
- Field_help
- Customer ID
  Required
- Fulfillment_state
- Status
- Customer ID
  Required
- Reference_id
- Source
- Ticket Name
- Quantity
  Required
- Amount
- Currency
- Catalog Object
  Required
- Other
- Unique Identifier
- Amount Discounted
- Amount Discounted Currency
- Name
- Percentage
- Type
- Unique Identifier
- Name
- Percentage
- Type
- Unique Identifier
Action
Search or write

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About Square

Square creates tools that help sellers of all sizes start, run and grow their businesses. Square’s point-of-sale service offers tools for every part of running a business, from accepting credit cards and tracking inventory to real-time analytics and invoicing.