# Contiguity

Contiguity SMS is a messaging service that enables businesses to send SMS notifications, alerts, and updates to customers in real-time. It provides a reliable communication channel with features such as message customization, international number support, and API integration for automated messaging. Businesses use Contiguity SMS for marketing campaigns, customer support, and transactional notifications.

### **How to Integrate Contiguity with ZBrain Flow** <a href="#how-to-integrate-contiguity-with-zbrain-flow" id="how-to-integrate-contiguity-with-zbrain-flow"></a>

To integrate Contiguity with ZBrain Flow:

1. Click the ‘+’ button in ZBrain Flow.
2. In the search bar, type "Contiguity" and select it from the available options.
3. Choose an action from the list to begin the setup process.

### **How to Connect Contiguity to ZBrain Flow** <a href="#how-to-connect-contiguity-to-zbrain-flow" id="how-to-connect-contiguity-to-zbrain-flow"></a>

To establish a connection between Contiguity and ZBrain Flow:

#### **1. Enter Connection Details** <a href="#id-1.-enter-connection-details" id="id-1.-enter-connection-details"></a>

* **Connection Name** – Provide a name for easy identification.
* **API Key** – Enter the authentication key for secure access.

#### **2. Obtain the API Key from Contiguity** <a href="#id-2.-obtain-the-api-key-from-contiguity" id="id-2.-obtain-the-api-key-from-contiguity"></a>

Follow these steps to retrieve your API key:

1. Log in to your Contiguity account.
2. Navigate to the Dashboard.
3. Go to the API Settings section.
4. Generate a new API key or copy an existing one.

Once you have the API key, use it to authenticate API requests.

#### **3. Save the Connection** <a href="#id-3.-save-the-connection" id="id-3.-save-the-connection"></a>

Click ‘Save’ to finalize the connection.

### **Available Actions in ZBrain Flow** <a href="#available-actions-in-zbrain-flow" id="available-actions-in-zbrain-flow"></a>

#### **1. Send SMS** <a href="#id-1.-send-sms" id="id-1.-send-sms"></a>

This action allows users to send SMS messages directly through Contiguity.

**Configuration Steps:**

* Select an existing connection or create a new one.
* **Enter the recipient's phone number** – Use the international format without spaces (e.g., **+12065551234**).
* **Enter the message content** – Provide the text to be sent via SMS.

#### **2. Custom API Call** <a href="#id-2.-custom-api-call" id="id-2.-custom-api-call"></a>

This action enables users to execute API requests, such as retrieving, creating, updating, or deleting records.

**Configuration Steps:**

* Select an existing connection or create a new one.
* **Enter the URL** – Specify the API endpoint required for the request.
* Choose the HTTP Method that matches your request type:
  * **GET** – Retrieve records or details.
  * **POST** – Create new records or entries.
  * **PATCH** – Update existing records partially.
  * **PUT** – Replace complete records.
  * **DELETE** – Remove data permanently.
  * **HEAD** – Fetch response headers without retrieving the content.
* **Add Headers** – Include any additional headers required for the API request. Authorization headers are already included. Click ‘+ Add Item’ to add more headers.
* **Add Query Parameters** – Enhance API requests by adding query parameters to filter results or define specific criteria. Click ‘+ Add Item’ to add parameters.
* **Enter JSON Body** – Input structured request data in JSON format for API calls that require a request body.
* **Set Timeout (in Seconds)** – Define a timeout duration to prevent delays in processing.