Description
The Clockwork SMS Notifications addon connects the WooCommerce store to Clockwork’s SMS gateway, sending automatic text messages to customers and staff whenever an order status changes in the dashboard. The integration reads WooCommerce’s native events (payment approved, processing, shipped, completed, canceled) and sends SMS with customizable content, ideal for those selling physical products who need to notify about shipping and delivery in real time.
Main Features of Clockwork SMS Notifications
- Trigger by order status
Sends SMS automatically when the order status changes within WooCommerce. - Dual notification
Notifies the customer about the order and alerts the store administrator simultaneously. - Customizable messages
Allows editing the text of each SMS using variables like order number and name. - Configuration via API Key
Connects the store to Clockwork’s dashboard by simply entering the API key in the settings. - Support for international sending
Uses Clockwork’s infrastructure to deliver messages in multiple countries and carriers.
Benefits of Clockwork SMS Notifications
- Fewer post-sale calls
Informed customers open fewer tickets asking about order status. - Immediate communication
SMS is read almost instantly, outperforming emails that get lost in crowded inboxes. - Faster operational response
Alerts the staff as soon as a payment is confirmed, speeding up the sorting process. - Professional shopping experience
Enhances store quality perception with active communication at every order stage.
Who Is Clockwork SMS Notifications Recommended For?
- Those selling physical products on WooCommerce needing to notify customers about shipping and delivery.
- High-volume order operations wanting to alert logistics staff in real time.
- Brands serving international audiences relying on SMS as a universal channel among carriers.
How to Download Clockwork SMS Notifications
Clockwork SMS Notifications is available for download here on Ultrapack. After obtaining the .zip file, install it at Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin, select the file, and activate. Configuration options appear inside WooCommerce, on the tab dedicated to the integration, where you enter the Clockwork API Key.
Designed for those operating an active WooCommerce store and needing a notification channel more direct than email, the addon addresses the communication gap between payment confirmation and product delivery. In just a few minutes of setup, each status change becomes a clear message on the customer’s phone, reducing doubts and strengthening the perception of professional service.
Frequently asked questions
Is WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications GPL-licensed?
Yes. WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.
Can I use WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications on multiple sites?
Yes. You can install WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.
How much does WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications cost at Ultrapack?
WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).
Does WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications include updates?
Yes. The current version of WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications is 2.0.11, published at Ultrapack on Jul 11, 2017. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).
Is WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications scanned before publication?
Yes. Every version of WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.
What are the requirements for the plugin WooCommerce Clockwork SMS Notifications?
Requires WordPress 3.2.1 or higher. Tested up to WordPress 4.1.1.
What changed in this version
Version 2.0.11 2016-05-10
- Tweak - Bad error message when you need to set the SMS Notifications settings first.
- Fix - Depcated API of WP or WC being used in this repo.
- Fix - PHP notices during checkout.
- Fix - PHP notice: Array to string conversion.
- Fix - PHP notice: Only variables should be passed by reference.
Version 2.0.10 2017-01-09
- Run the notification triggers on init instead of admin_init.
Version 2.0.9 2015-03-03
- Fixed validation on admin notifications mobile number for multiple numbers
Version 2.0.8 2013-07-05
- Added updates to bring in line with other Clockwork plugins
Version 2.0.7 2013-04-30
- Added Clockwork testing functionality
Release notes published by the developer.
How to install
Automatic updates: this item is updated by the Ultrapack Auto Updater. With it installed, the new version shows up in your dashboard like any other WordPress update (how to set it up).
- Download the file
woocommerce-sms-notifications.zip. - In the WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
- Select the file
woocommerce-sms-notifications.zipand click Install Now. - Click Activate.
Requirements: Requires WordPress 3.2.1 or higher. Tested up to WordPress 4.1.1.
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