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Receive SMS alerts when new YouTube videos are published

This Latenode automation allows users to monitor a specific YouTube channel or keyword, and automatically receive SMS notifications via a service like Twilio or an SMS carrier whenever a new video is published.

The integration is triggered by a 'New Video in Channel' event that monitors the specified YouTube channel, and then sends an SMS message with details about the new video, including the title and a link. This automation is designed to help users stay up-to-date on the latest content from their favorite YouTube creators or their own channel, without having to manually check for updates.

Updated Apr 2, 2026Est. run: 8sEst. cost: $0.0005
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Workflow preview

What this template does

  • Monitors a specific YouTube channel or keyword for new video uploads.
  • Sends an SMS notification with video details including title and link.
  • Integrates with Twilio or other SMS carriers to deliver notifications.
  • Helps users stay updated on their favorite YouTube content.
  • Provides an automated way to track new video uploads.

How it works

1
Trigger

Monitor YouTube Channel

The automation monitors a specific YouTube channel or keyword, checking for new video uploads.

2
Logic

Detect New Video

When a new video is detected, the automation extracts key metadata about the video, such as the title and URL.

3
Action

Format SMS Message

The extracted video details are formatted into an SMS message that will be sent to the configured phone number.

4
Action

Send SMS Notification

The SMS message with the new video details is sent to the user's phone number using a service like Twilio or a direct SMS carrier.

Setup guide

1

Add YouTube credential in Latenode Credentials

Add your YouTube API credential in the Latenode Credentials panel. This will allow the integration to access your YouTube channel data.

2

Configure YouTube 'New Video in Channel' node

Add the 'New Video in Channel' node to your Latenode workflow. In the node settings, specify the YouTube channel you want to monitor for new video uploads.

3

Add Twilio credential in Latenode Credentials

Add your Twilio API credential in the Latenode Credentials panel. This will allow the integration to send SMS notifications via Twilio.

4

Configure Twilio 'Send SMS' node

Add the 'Send SMS' node to your Latenode workflow. In the node settings, specify the phone number you want to receive the SMS notifications and configure the message content, including the YouTube video details.

5

Test the workflow

Test your Latenode workflow by triggering the 'New Video in Channel' node. Verify that you receive the expected SMS notification with the YouTube video details.

Requirements

Set up a YouTube Data API account and obtain an API key
Create a Twilio account and acquire a phone number capable of sending SMS messages
Add the YouTube and Twilio integrations to your Latenode workspace
Configure the YouTube trigger to monitor a specific channel or search query for new video uploads
Set up the Twilio action to send an SMS message with details about the new video, including the title and a link

FAQ

Common questions about this template

Each run uses credits on your Latenode plan. We charge for processing time (1 credit = 30 seconds). Your actual cost depends on your plan and how long the run takes. See pricing plans for plans and how credits work.

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