Forward SMS

Forward SMS to URL or API endpoint

AndroidBy Forward SMS TeamUpdated 8 min read

Forward SMS is a versatile Android app that seamlessly forwards text to emails, phone numbers, URLs/APIs, or Telegram. It also forwards phone alerts like missed calls, outgoing calls, shutdown/turn-on events, and low battery alerts. Additionally, it offers auto and remote replies for efficient message management.

Prerequisites

  • A URL/API that can handle requests already exists.

In the Forward SMS app

Set up a URL receiver

  1. Create a rule

    Create a Basic or Advanced Rule.

  2. Choose URL as the receiver

    In the receivers section, tap the receiver menu and select URL.

  3. Open the URL config

    Tap Edit URL Config to start the setup.

  4. Choose the method

    Select the URL method. By default, POST is selected.

  5. Check the available properties

    (Optional) Check the Available Properties section. It lists all the properties that can be sent.

    Available properties

    {msg}
    Content of the SMS
    {local-time}
    Local time
    {time}
    UTC time in ISO format
    {sender}
    Sender details
    {sim-detail}
    SIM details
    {rule-name}
    Rule name
    {app-name}
    App name
    {formatted-msg}
    The SMS formatted with its other details

  6. Enter the URL

    Enter or paste the URL endpoint. You can add available properties as query parameters:

    Sample URL
    https://example.domain.com?param={sender}

  7. Enter the body

    Enter or paste the body.

  8. Save the URL config

    Tap Save.

  9. Save the rule

    Save the Basic or Advanced Rule.

  10. Test the rule

    (Optional) Test the rule to make sure the SMS is forwarded.

Still stuck? Email help@forward-sms.com and we'll help you set it up.

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