WaniKani SMS Integration

Yes - Mobile Message does integrate with WaniKani!

When a new lesson becomes available in WaniKani, an instant SMS reminder keeps learners on track without checking the app constantly. You can also trigger reminders when students reach a new level or when reviews start piling up, ensuring they stay consistent with their daily study routine and long-term momentum.

For language learning instructors and study groups, this creates a powerful engagement system. Send SMS reminders to students when lesson batches unlock in WaniKani, celebrate major level milestones with group text messages, or prompt individual learners when reviews need attention before they lose any progress. Each person receives personalised nudges without email fatigue or notification overload. Since WaniKani tracks and updates progress in real time, Zapier can fire messages instantly when conditions are met, keeping your cohort motivated and consistent throughout their learning.

Build these automations through Zapier with no coding required, simply pairing WaniKani's events directly with Mobile Message's SMS capabilities. The result is less manual admin work for you and measurably better student retention when learners receive timely, relevant support exactly when motivation is needed most.
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A Zapier account and subscription is required for this integration.
Please view Zapier's pricing page for further information.

WaniKani SMS Integration

What you can automate

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

When New lessons become available WaniKani · New Lesson
Then Text learners it's time to study Mobile Message · Send SMS
Use this Zap
When A student reaches a new level WaniKani · New Level
Then Send a congratulations text Mobile Message · Send SMS
Use this Zap
When Reviews pile up and need attention WaniKani · New Review
Then Send a reminder to practise now Mobile Message · Send SMS
Use this Zap
1.6 cents SMS Service
Bulk SMS at 1.6¢ per SMS

Exceptional SMS pricing starting at just 1.6¢ per message with your first purchase, offering great value without compromising on quality.

Direct Carrier SMS Delivery
100% Direct Delivery - Guaranteed

We don't route your messages offshore, like some bulk SMS providers. We deliver 100% of messages directly to Australian mobile carriers, for the fastest, most reliable delivery.

Free Dedicated SMS Number
FREE Dedicated Number

Get a dedicated vitrual number to send and receive SMS messages, at no extra cost! Perfect for two-way SMS messaging.

Everything WaniKani supports on Zapier

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

Triggers 3
  • New Lesson — Triggers when new lessons become available.
  • New Level — Triggers when you reach a new level.
  • New Review — Triggers when new reviews become available.

Everything Your Integration Needs

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Easy-to-Use Integration

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

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Custom Sender IDs

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

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Real-Time Delivery Receipts

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

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Inbound SMS Handling

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

WaniKani + SMS: common questions

Can I send different messages for each milestone in WaniKani?

Yes. Each trigger event (new level, new lesson, or new review) can have its own SMS workflow. You can customise the message content, recipient, and timing for each one through Zapier, so level-up messages are different from practice reminders.

Will SMS reminders disrupt my students' learning if they arrive at the wrong time?

It depends on your setup. You can schedule messages to send at specific times through Mobile Message, or send them immediately. Many instructors choose morning or evening sends to avoid class time interruptions.

How do I get started sending WaniKani study reminders via SMS?

Connect your WaniKani account and Mobile Message account to Zapier, then create a new Zap. Select a WaniKani trigger (like new lesson), choose Mobile Message's Send SMS action, and map fields. Test and activate. No coding needed.

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Our sign-up process takes just 2 minutes and gives you instant access to our bulk SMS platform. You can start sending messages today!