sms sending using msg91 and pingpoint

[awscadentia3b6]

hey

magento 2.4.2 CE

ubuntu 20.04

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 

elasticsearch 7.6

I am looking for plugin suggestions which will help us sending sms during user registration and payment process using Msg91 and pingpoint. 

PS:- Due to new telecom regulation For India based businesses need to obtain some approval through a provider eg. pingpoint , vodafone etc. in my case it is pingpoint and provider is msg91. 

thx

[zoyascootg16c3]

Hey @awscadentia3b6,

I have seen your requirement for the SMS plugin. I can suggest you a Magento 2 SMS Notification Extension. It will help you to send an SMS to your customer. Also, we will help you to integrate with 3rd party platforms like msg91 and pinpoint.

The Feature Of This Extension Is as Follows: 

• Any SMS Gateway API Supported sending different order notifications.
• Option to set a custom message for different store events
• Send Dynamic notifications using Dynamic variable fields
• Admin can add a mobile number to get notified of each store's updates
• OTP at Registration and OTP Before Checkout Feature
• New Feature for Cancel Order SMS
• Easy to use Shipment tracking variables in the shipping notification

Hope this helps you. 

Thank you. 

[chrisevans5188]

Hello @awscadentia3b6 

Please check out Magento OTP Verification over SMS and Email extension from miniOrange. This extension verifies users' Email Addresses/Mobile Numbers by sending a verification code (OTP) during registration.

Features provided in the extension:-

One Time Passwords (OTP) from miniOrange Gateway or your Custom SMS/SMTP Gateway
Custom SMS & Email Messages
Custom OTP Length
Custom OTP Validity Time
And much more!

Please check out this link to learn more about the Magento OTP Verification extension by miniOrange

We at miniOrange provide state-of-the-art plugins for Magento with custom modifications to cater to your every need. Please contact us at magentosupport@xecurify.com to discuss your requirement in detail and then provide you with this solution accordingly.

[Milople]

Hi @awscadentia3b6,

Please check the Magento 2 SMS Notification Extension. 

[dailyworks0b92]

Understanding the Requirements:

Based on the provided information, the key requirements for an SMS plugin are:

1. Compatibility: Must work seamlessly with Magento 2.4.2 CE on Ubuntu 20.04.
2. Integration: Capable of integrating with both Msg91 and Pingpoint for SMS delivery.
3. Functionality: Should send SMS during user registration and payment processes.
4. Compliance: Adheres to Indian telecom regulations, especially for businesses requiring approval from providers like Pingpoint.

Recommended Approaches:

While there might not be a direct, pre-built plugin tailored to these exact specifications, here are two effective approaches:

1. Custom Plugin Development:

• Benefits:
  • Tailored to specific needs and requirements.
  • Full control over functionality and integration.
• Considerations:
  • Requires significant development expertise.
  • May be more time-consuming and costly.

2. Leveraging Existing Extensions and Customizations:

• Benefits:
  • Can leverage existing functionality and community support.
  • Potentially faster and more cost-effective.
• Considerations:
  • Might require additional customizations to fit specific needs.
  • May not offer complete integration with both Msg91 and Pingpoint.

Potential Extensions and Considerations:

• Magento Marketplace:
  • Explore the Magento Marketplace for extensions that offer SMS functionality.
  • Look for extensions that can be customized to integrate with Msg91 and Pingpoint.
• Third-Party SMS Providers:
  • Consider using third-party SMS providers like Twilio or Vonage, which offer APIs and SDKs for integration.
  • These providers often have pre-built extensions or modules for Magento.
• Custom Development:
  • If no suitable extensions are found, consider custom development to create a plugin that:
    • Integrates with Magento's events (e.g., customer_register_success, checkout_submit_all_after) to trigger SMS.
    • Uses Msg91 or Pingpoint API to send SMS messages.
    • Adheres to Indian telecom regulations and provider-specific requirements.

Additional Tips:

• Thorough Testing: Rigorously test the SMS functionality to ensure reliable delivery and avoid errors.
• Error Handling: Implement robust error handling to gracefully handle exceptions and notify administrators.
• Security: Prioritize security best practices to protect sensitive customer data.
• Configuration Flexibility: Allow for flexible configuration of SMS templates, sender IDs, and provider credentials.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize the plugin to minimize impact on website performance.
• Regular Updates: Keep the plugin up-to-date with Magento and provider API changes.

By following these guidelines and considering the specific needs of your project, you can effectively implement SMS functionality in your Magento 2.4.2 CE store, ensuring compliance with Indian telecom regulations and providing a seamless planetracker user experience.