Ifttt

IFTTT (If This Then That) is an automation platform that connects apps, devices, and services so they can work together without manual intervention. Its primary purpose is to let users create automated workflows—called “applets”—that trigger actions based on specific conditions, enabling seamless integration across smart home devices, productivity tools, social media, and more. By linking services that do not natively integrate, IFTTT simplifies routine tasks and reduces repetitive work.

IFTTT supports thousands of services, including Gmail, Google Drive, Slack, Twitter, Spotify, Philips Hue, Alexa, and many others. Users can build custom applets using simple “if this, then that” logic, or activate prebuilt applets from a large public library. The platform allows event-based triggers (such as receiving an email, a calendar event starting, or arriving at a location) to launch actions like sending notifications, updating spreadsheets, posting content, or controlling smart home devices. Advanced options include multi-step applets, filters, and integrations with webhooks and APIs for more technical users.