How to Forward SMS to Microsoft Teams

Deliver SMS messages to your Microsoft Teams channels using incoming webhooks.

Introduction

Route important SMS messages to Microsoft Teams channels so your entire team stays informed. SMS Forwarder integrates with Teams through Incoming Webhooks.

Step 1: Create a Teams Webhook

Open Microsoft Teams and navigate to the channel
Click the … menu next to the channel name
Select Connectors (or Workflows)
Search for Incoming Webhook
Click Configure, name it “SMS Forwarder”
Copy the Webhook URL

Step 2: Add to SMS Forwarder

Open the SMS Forwarder app
Tap Add Destination
Select Microsoft Teams
Paste the Webhook URL
Tap Save

Step 3: Test

Send a test SMS and verify it appears as a message card in your Teams channel.

Advanced Tips

Formatted cards: Messages appear as rich cards with sender info and timestamp.
Multiple teams: Set up webhooks in different channels across your organization.
Business hours: Use scheduling to only forward during work hours.

Troubleshooting

Webhook not working? Microsoft may be migrating from Connectors to Workflows. Check your Teams admin settings.
Messages delayed? Teams webhooks can occasionally have slight delays.
Permission denied? Ask your Teams admin to enable Incoming Webhooks for your channel.