Algolia SMS Integration

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About the Algolia integration

Search teams often work in Algolia while customer communication happens elsewhere. A record may be added, replaced, or removed from an index, but the people responsible may not see that change until they check a dashboard or receive a separate report. Through Zapier, Algolia events can begin Mobile Message workflows when a search operation has a useful operational consequence.

Browse Records can be used as a trigger for an export or review process, while Mobile Message can send an SMS to an administrator or create a contact from the fields returned. The practical value depends on the record data and the business rule around it. For example, a selected record can alert a team member that catalogue data needs attention. Mobile Message actions include Send SMS, Create Contact, and Add Contact to List. Algolia’s indexing actions can also be used after an inbound SMS if a record update workflow is properly defined.

This is a Zapier connection, not a live search or contact synchronisation service. Use filters and carefully selected fields so a search event does not create unwanted texts or destructive index changes.
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What you can automate

Connect Algolia and Mobile Message through Zapier and these run on their own, with no code and no developer.

When Algolia returns records for review Algolia · Browse Records
Then Text the search administrator a result alert Mobile Message · Send SMS
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When Algolia returns a contact record Algolia · Browse Records
Then Create the record as a Mobile Message contact Mobile Message · Create Contact
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When A user texts an index update Mobile Message · Inbound SMS Received
Then Add or replace the Algolia record Algolia · Add or Replace Record
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Everything Algolia supports on Zapier

Any of these can start or complete an SMS automation with Mobile Message.

Triggers 2
  • Browse Records — Triggers when records are returned while browsing an Algolia index (paginated; useful for exports). Requires `browse` ACL. See [Browse for records](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/browse).
  • Get Recommend Rule — Triggers when a recommendation rule is loaded from Algolia Recommend for your index, model, and rule ID. Requires `settings` API key ACL.
Actions 18
  • Add or Replace Record — Adds or fully replaces a record by object ID. Requires `addObject` ACL. See [Add or replace a record](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/add-or-update-object).
  • Batch Indexing — Runs multiple add, update, or delete operations in one request. Requires `addObject` ACL. See [Batch indexing](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/batch).
  • Batch Multiple Indices — Batch add, update, or delete across multiple indices. Each request includes `indexName`, `action`, and `body` as needed. Requires `addObject` ACL.
  • Batch Save Query Rules — Creates or replaces query rules in batch. Body is a JSON **array** of rule objects. Requires `editSettings` ACL.
  • Batch Save Synonyms — Saves multiple synonyms in one request. Body is a JSON array of synonym objects. Requires `editSettings` ACL.
  • Check Task Status — Checks asynchronous indexing task status. See [Check task status](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/get-task).
  • Clear All Synonyms — Deletes every synonym on the index. Requires `editSettings` ACL.
  • Clear Index (Delete All Records) — Removes all records from an index. Destructive. Requires `deleteIndex` (or equivalent) ACL. See [Delete all records](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/clear-objects).
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  • Copy or Move Index — Copies or moves an index within the app. Body example: `{"operation":"copy","destination":"new_index"}`. See [Copy or move an index](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/operation-index).
  • Delete Index — Deletes an index and its settings. Irreversible. Requires `deleteIndex` ACL. See [Delete an index](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/delete-index).
  • Delete Query Rule — Deletes one query rule. Requires `editSettings` ACL.
  • Delete Record — Deletes one record by object ID. Requires `deleteObject` ACL. See [Delete a record](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/delete-object).
  • Delete Records by Query — Deletes records matching a query or filter. Heavy operation. Requires `deleteIndex` ACL. See [Delete records matching a filter](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/delete-by).
  • Delete Synonym — Deletes one synonym. Requires `editSettings` ACL.
  • Partial Update Record — Merges attributes into an existing record. Requires `addObject` ACL. See [Add or update attributes](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/partial-update-object).
  • Save Record (Auto Object ID) — Adds a record; Algolia assigns object ID. Requires `addObject` ACL. See [Add a new record](https://www.algolia.com/doc/rest-api/search/save-object).
  • Save Synonym — Creates or replaces one synonym. Requires `editSettings` ACL.
  • Update Index Settings — Updates index settings. Requires `settings` ACL.

Everything Your Integration Needs

Easy-to-Use Integration
Easy-to-Use Integration

Our SMS platform is simple to integrate with your existing application.

Custom Sender IDs
Custom Sender IDs

Personalise your messages with a branded sender name, improving trust and engagement with your audience.

Real-Time Delivery Receipts
Real-Time Delivery Receipts

Track your message statuses in real time, ensuring complete transparency and campaign effectiveness.

Inbound SMS Handling
Inbound SMS Handling

Receive replies and incoming messages directly into your app for seamless two-way communication.

Algolia + SMS: common questions

Can Algolia trigger an SMS through Mobile Message?

Browse Records can provide returned records to a Zap, which then uses Mobile Message Send SMS. The usefulness depends on the record fields and filters you configure, so test the event before sending live messages.

Can an inbound SMS add a record to Algolia?

Yes, where the incoming text contains enough structured information for Add or Replace Record. Inbound SMS Received can start that Zap, but the workflow must map an object ID and record data correctly.

What is needed to connect Algolia and Mobile Message?

Set up the steps in Zapier and authorise both applications. No custom code is needed. You will need Algolia, Mobile Message, and Zapier accounts, plus suitable Algolia permissions for the selected action.

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