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IFTTT

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IFTTT (If This Then That) is a free application that allows you to automate everyday tasks by linking different applications and services via simple conditional actions. It helps users create “recipes” or automated commands between applications without the need for programming experience. IFTTT is used to connect applications such as Gmail, Google Sheets, Slack, and many other platforms to facilitate processes and save time.

How can we benefit from this tool in humanitarian work?

Humanitarian organizations can use IFTTT to automate database updates, send automatic alerts, and synchronize files between different applications. The tool supports improving awareness campaigns by automatically publishing content on social media. It also contributes to enhancing coordination between teams by linking communication and project management applications, which increases productivity and reduces manual work.

The cost of the tool is per month in dollars

Free – Paid plans start at $3 per month

Advantages of the tool

IFTTT provides a huge library of ready-to-use connections between over 700 apps, an easy interface for creating conditional commands, and support for intelligent, no-code automation.

Disadvantages of the tool

May be limited in controlling complex actions compared to some professional automation tools.

What will you lose if you do not use the tool?

The absence of IFTTT makes daily operations less efficient and increases time wasted on repetitive tasks.

What are the best alternative tools?
Zapier