Using Nexmo (Vonage) with BotSailor for 2FA and Bulk Messaging

Vonage (formerly Nexmo) is a powerful cloud communications platform that allows you to send SMS messages globally. With BotSailor, you can easily integrate Vonage to enable bulk SMS campaigns or use it for two-factor authentication (2FA) in your workflows.

This guide will walk you through:

• Creating a Vonage account
  
  
• Retrieving your API key and secret
  
  
• Setting up Nexmo in BotSailor
  
  
• Sending 2FA or bulk SMS messages
  
  

🔐 Step 1: Log in to Nexmo (Vonage)

1. Go to the Vonage API login page and click Log In at the top or sign up for a new account.
   
   
   
2. Choose Communications APIs Login to access the developer portal.
   You may be prompted for Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

🔑 Step 2: Copy Your API Key and Secret

Once inside the dashboard:

• You’ll find your API Key and API Secret under the Vonage API Dashboard.
  
  
• Click the copy icon next to each value to save them.
  
  
  

These credentials will be needed to configure your SMS provider in BotSailor.

⚙️ Step 3: Set Up Nexmo in BotSailor

1. Navigate to Settings > SMS Integration in your BotSailor dashboard.
   
   
   
2. Click the New button to add a new SMS profile.
   
   
3. Select Nexmo/Vonage from the list of providers.
   
   
4. In the form:
   
   
• Enter a Profile Name (e.g., "Vonage SMS")
  
  
• Paste your API Key and API Secret
  
  
• Set your Sender/From number (this can be your verified Nexmo number or sender ID)
  
  
  
5. Click Save to finish setup.
   
   

📤 Step 4: Start Sending 2FA or Bulk SMS

Now that your Nexmo SMS profile is connected:

• Use BotSailor’s broadcasting feature to send SMS to subscribers in bulk.
  
  
• Or configure it in your chatbot automation to trigger 2FA messages during sign-up, login, or transaction events.
  
  

This integration ensures reliable SMS delivery across global networks with Vonage’s infrastructure.

📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I integrate Vonage (formerly Nexmo) for SMS in BotSailor?

To integrate Vonage (formerly Nexmo) for SMS in BotSailor, first, log in to your Vonage API account and retrieve your API Key and API Secret from the dashboard. Next, in your BotSailor dashboard, navigate to Settings > SMS Integration and click New. Select Nexmo/Vonage as the provider and enter a Profile Name, your copied API Key, API Secret, and a verified Sender/From number. Finally, click Save to complete the setup.

Where can I find my Vonage API key and secret for BotSailor integration?

You can find your Vonage API Key and API Secret by logging into your Vonage API account and navigating to the Vonage API Dashboard. The API Key and API Secret will be displayed there, and you can use the copy icon next to each value to save them for use in BotSailor's SMS integration settings.

Can I use Vonage with BotSailor for two-factor authentication (2FA)?

Yes, you can definitely use Vonage (formerly Nexmo) with BotSailor for two-factor authentication (2FA). Once you have set up the Nexmo SMS profile in BotSailor, you can configure it within your chatbot automation workflows to trigger and send 2FA messages during events like sign-up, login, or transactions, enhancing the security of your processes.

What is needed to set up Nexmo as an SMS provider in BotSailor?

To set up Nexmo (Vonage) as an SMS provider in BotSailor, you will need the following:

• Your Vonage API Key.
• Your Vonage API Secret.
• A Profile Name for the integration within BotSailor.
• A verified Sender/From number from your Vonage account or a valid sender ID.

How can I send bulk SMS messages using Vonage and BotSailor?

After successfully setting up your Nexmo (Vonage) SMS profile in BotSailor, you can utilize BotSailor’s broadcasting feature to send SMS messages to your subscribers in bulk. This allows you to easily manage and execute SMS marketing campaigns or send important updates to a large audience through Vonage’s reliable global network.