Twilio SMS FAQs

Question 1

What if I get an 'Invalid credentials' error?

Accepted Answer

Double-check your ACCOUNT_SID and AUTH_TOKEN in your Claude Desktop configuration and ensure they match the credentials in your Twilio account. Incorrect or outdated credentials will cause this error.

Question 2

What is Twilio SMS?

Accepted Answer

Twilio SMS is a tool that allows AI assistants, such as Claude, to send SMS and MMS messages using the Twilio API. It provides a secure and streamlined way to integrate messaging functionality into AI workflows.

Question 3

How do I configure Twilio SMS for Claude?

Accepted Answer

You'll need to configure your Claude Desktop settings with the provided JSON snippet, including your Twilio Account SID, Auth Token, and phone number, ensuring the phone number is in E.164 format. Restart Claude Desktop to apply the changes.

Question 4

How do I find my Twilio Account SID and Auth Token?

Accepted Answer

You can find your Account SID and Auth Token in the Twilio Console after logging in. These credentials are required for the integration to work properly and must be kept secure.

Question 5

What format should the phone number be in?

Accepted Answer

All phone numbers must be in E.164 format. This means they should start with a '+' sign, followed by the country code, and then the full phone number (e.g., +11234567890).

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