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Whatsapp

Written by josh on . Posted in Integrations.

The CiviCRM WhatsApp extension enables organizations to send and receive WhatsApp messages directly from within CiviCRM. By integrating with WhatsApp Business API providers like Twilio or Civi-Go, this extension allows staff to communicate with contacts via WhatsApp, keeping all interactions logged in CiviCRM. This integration facilitates personalized communication, such as sending event reminders, donation receipts, or volunteer updates, directly through WhatsApp. Additionally, it supports rich media messages (like images and videos) and interactive elements (such as buttons), enhancing engagement with recipients. The extension also includes features for managing consent and compliance, ensuring that communications adhere to privacy regulations. It’s particularly beneficial for organizations aiming to leverage WhatsApp’s high engagement rates to strengthen relationships with their community.

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Twilio

Written by josh on . Posted in Integrations.

The Twilio SMS Provider extension integrates Twilio’s messaging service with CiviCRM, enabling organizations to send both individual and bulk SMS messages directly from their CRM system. By configuring Twilio as an SMS provider in CiviCRM, users can communicate with contacts via text messages, facilitating timely updates, reminders, and alerts. The extension supports features like auto-replies and message delivery tracking, enhancing communication efficiency. It’s compatible with CiviCRM version 5.0 and higher, and the latest release (version 1.2.2) was made available on February 22, 2024.

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CiviMobile

Written by josh on . Posted in Integrations.

The CiviMobileAPI extension enables your CiviCRM system to communicate with the CiviMobile app, turning your mobile device into a functional CRM tool. Once installed, it allows the app to securely access and manipulate key CiviCRM features — such as viewing and updating contacts, managing event registrations and check-ins, logging activities, handling memberships, and syncing offline changes. This means staff can work efficiently in the field (even without full internet access) and have all updates automatically reflected in your main CiviCRM system when they reconnect.

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Clickatell

Written by josh on . Posted in Integrations.

The Clickatell SMS Provider extension enables organizations to send both individual and bulk SMS messages directly from CiviCRM using the Clickatell SMS gateway. Once installed, you can configure Clickatell as your SMS provider within CiviCRM’s settings. This integration allows you to send text messages to contacts, enhancing communication for events, reminders, or alerts. To set it up, you’ll need a Clickatell account and API credentials. Please note that the extension is compatible with CiviCRM versions up to 5.0, and its development status is marked as “Work In Progress.”