SMS API Integrations for Your Existing StackSMS API Integrations
SMS API integrations from Celcom Africa connect messaging with your CRM, ecommerce store, and automation tools via ready-made plugins - no custom code required.
SMS API integrations for Shopify, WooCommerce, Salesforce, HubSpot, and Zapier - connect messaging without custom code.
Trusted across African enterprises
Trusted by Aar, Bidco, Creditinfo, Devki, Dhl, Kengen, Kimisitu, Muthokinju, Pathcare, Premier Hosp, Royal Milk, Safeboda, U&I Microfinance, Unaitas, Unicef, Username, Usernamesacco, Yego
Key API capabilities
One African messaging stack - routes, compliance, and delivery tools that work together.
WordPress SMS plugin
Send notifications and alerts from WordPress sites and WooCommerce stores.
SMS CRM integration
Salesforce and HubSpot connectors for sales and support messaging.
Zapier SMS integration
Connect Celcom to 5,000+ apps with no-code automation workflows.
Ecommerce plugins
Shopify and WooCommerce plugins for order updates and cart recovery.
Two-way sync
Replies and delivery statuses flow back into your tools.
Webhook triggers
Fire SMS from any system that can send an HTTP request.
Built for reliability & security
Integration plugins connect to the same direct-route infrastructure as our API - 99.9% uptime, encrypted API traffic, and data handling aligned with Kenya's DPA 2019, Nigeria's NDPR, and South Africa's POPIA. Your customer phone numbers and message content are protected whether you integrate via plugin or API.
- Ecommerce plugins
- Two-way sync
- Webhook triggers
How integration works
- 1
Choose your integration
Select a plugin for your platform or configure a Zapier/webhook connection.
- 2
Connect your Celcom account
Enter your API key and partner ID in the plugin or automation tool.
- 3
Configure message templates
Set up order notifications, alerts, or campaign templates.
- 4
Test the connection
Send a test message to verify delivery and template formatting.
- 5
Go live
Messages fire automatically when events occur in your connected system.
What you can build
From Nairobi fintechs to Lagos retailers - teams across Africa run customer-critical messaging on Celcom every day.
- Shopify order confirmation and shipping notifications
- WooCommerce cart abandonment recovery
- Salesforce lead follow-up and opportunity alerts
- Zapier automation connecting SMS to any app
- WordPress form submission notifications
Frequently asked questions
How do I connect Celcom to Shopify?
Install our Shopify plugin, enter your API key, and configure order notification and cart recovery templates. Setup takes under 10 minutes.
Does the Zapier integration support WhatsApp?
SMS is fully supported today. WhatsApp triggers are expanding - contact us for current Zapier action availability.
Can I build a custom CRM integration?
Yes. Use our REST API and webhooks. Most teams integrate in under a day with our developer documentation.
Do plugins use the same routes as the API?
Yes. Plugins connect to the same direct carrier routes and delivery infrastructure as our REST API.
Can I trigger SMS from a webhook?
Yes. Configure HTTP webhooks from any system to fire SMS via our API when events occur.
Connect your stack
Install a plugin or set up your first Zapier automation today.
Plugin access is free - pay only for SMS credits used at standard rates. Full API reference, authentication guide, and code samples for custom integrations beyond the plugins.