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How to get notified on WhatsApp when I'm mentioned on Slack

Posted by Marina Galeano | July 7, 2023

How to get notified on WhatsApp when I'm mentioned on Slack



Are you tired of missing important Slack messages because you don't check the app often enough? Do you want to receive notifications in a more timely and efficient manner?

Well, look no further than WhatsAble! Our tool integrates with Make and Zapier to send WhatsApp notifications whenever you're mentioned on Slack. In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of setting up this integration to ensure that you never miss a crucial Slack message again.

Step 1: Connect to Zapier
To get started, log in to Zapier and select Slack as your trigger app. Choose the "new mention" trigger and connect your Slack account to Zapier.

Step 2: Connect to Whatsable
Next, connect your WhatsApp account to Zapier using WhatsAble. Enter the phone number on which you want to receive the notifications and verify it through a confirmation message.
Then, select the "send a message" action on Slack and enter the message you want to receive whenever you're mentioned on Slack. This message can include the name of the channel, the text of the message, and even a link to the original message on Slack.

Step 3: Test and Verify
Before deploying the integration, test it out to make sure everything is working smoothly. Create a test mention in Slack and check to see if you receive a WhatsApp notification. If everything works as expected, you're all set!

By setting up the WhatsAble integration with Slack and WhatsApp, you can ensure that you never miss an important mention on Slack again.
Whether you're out of the office or simply not checking the app frequently enough, our integration will ensure that you receive timely and efficient notifications straight to your WhatsApp. Plus, our tool is free to use for up to 30 messages per month!

In conclusion, don't let important Slack messages slip through the cracks. Try out WhatsAble.app today and ensure that you're always up-to-date and informed on all things Slack.