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Twilio Connector Configuration Guide

The Twilio Connector in Rayven.io enables you to integrate Twilio’s SIM usage tracking and other API-powered communications features into your workflows.

What It Does

  • Connects to the Twilio Wireless API to retrieve SIM usage records.

  • Automates event-based triggers for monitoring connected devices.

  • Supports secure authentication using Account SID and Auth Token.

  • Can be extended to use any Twilio API endpoint via the HTTP Request Node.


How to Use

Rayven Workflow Implementation

  1. Get Your Twilio Credentials

  2. Add Twilio Credentials in Rayven

    • Go to Settings → Credentials in Rayven.io.

    • Add your Account SID and Auth Token.

  3. Add Twilio Node to Your Workflow

    • From Input Nodes, select Twilio SIM Usage Record.

    • Enter required parameters (e.g., SIM SID).

  4. Configure & Test

    • Set filters or scheduling triggers as needed.

    • Test the connection to ensure correct data retrieval.


 Preconfigured Twilio Endpoints

Endpoint Name Description Type API Documentation
SIM UsageRecord Resource Retrieve SIM usage information from Twilio Wireless. Input SIM UsageRecord Resource
 

 Configuration Fields

Field Requirement Description
Node Name* Required Internal name for the node.
Endpoint Required The specific Twilio API operation to use (e.g., SIM UsageRecord).
API URL* Required Twilio API endpoint URL for the selected operation.
SIM SID Required Unique identifier for the SIM whose usage data you want to retrieve.
Account SID Required Your Twilio Account SID for authentication.
Auth Token Required Your Twilio Auth Token for authentication.
Trigger Optional Enable to run the node on a schedule or event.
Interval Between Trigger Events Optional Time gap between automated trigger executions.
Interval Units Optional Measurement units for the trigger interval (e.g., seconds, minutes, hours, days).
Activation Optional Enable or disable the node in the workflow.
Trigger Using Filter Optional Run the node only when specific conditions are met.
Logical Operand* Optional Logical operator (e.g., AND, OR) for combining filter conditions.
Select Data Source Filter* Optional Filter definition for narrowing retrieved data.
 

 Adding Custom Endpoints

If your needed operation is missing:

  1. Use the HTTP Request Node

    • Select Twilio as the credential type.

    • Provide:

      • API endpoint URL (Twilio API Docs)

      • HTTP method (GET, POST, etc.)

      • Headers and payload as required.

  2. Request a New Endpoint from Rayven Support

    • Provide the Twilio API method name and required parameters.

    • Most requests are added within 72 hours.


 Authentication

Method Notes
Account SID & Auth Token Required for all operations. Found in Twilio Console under Account Info.
 

 Best Practices

  • Store credentials securely in Rayven’s Credential Manager.

  • Test in Twilio’s Test Credentials mode (Test Credentials Docs) before production.

  • Apply filters to reduce unnecessary API calls and avoid rate limits (Rate Limits Docs).


 Use Cases

  • Monitoring SIM data usage for IoT devices.

  • Triggering alerts when SIM usage exceeds a threshold.

  • Tracking connectivity status across multiple devices.

  • Integrating SIM usage with cost reporting workflows.


 FAQ (Chatbot Q&A Layer)

Q: What Twilio data can I retrieve with this connector?
A: SIM usage data from the Twilio Wireless API.

Q: Can I use Twilio APIs not listed here?
A: Yes — use the HTTP Request Node.

Q: How do I authenticate?
A: Use your Account SID and Auth Token.

Q: Can I automate checks on SIM usage?
A: Yes — enable triggers with intervals or conditional filters.

Q: Does this connector support multiple SIMs?
A: Yes — configure the node with different SIM SIDs.