# Scheduled website uptime monitoring with SMS alerts on failure
This workflow automates the monitoring of web service availability, minimizing downtime through instant alerts. Designed for technical professionals responsible for system stability.
## Who it´s for
- System administrators managing service availability
- DevOps engineers monitoring application uptime
- Technical leaders needing real-time alerts on critical system outages
## What the automation does
- Periodically sends HTTP requests to a specified URL on a cron schedule
- Checks response status: triggers alert if not 200
- Sends immediate SMS notification via Twilio upon failure
- Runs fully autonomously without manual input
- Can serve as a lightweight pre-check before deeper diagnostics
## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow
- Cron trigger and HTTP status handling logic
- Integration with Twilio for alert delivery
- Basic text instructions for setup and adaptation
## Requirements for setup
- n8n account (self-hosted or cloud)
- Twilio credentials (Account SID, Auth Token, sender phone number)
- Target URL of the web service to monitor
## Benefits and outcomes
- Early detection of service outages
- Instant automated notifications
- Reduced reliance on manual checks
- Simple deployment for basic monitoring needs
- Scalable to multiple endpoints
## Important: template only
Important: you are purchasing a ready-made automation workflow template only. Rollout into your infrastructure, connecting specific accounts and services, 1:1 setup help, custom adjustments for non-standard stacks and any consulting support are provided as a separate paid service at an individual rate. To discuss custom work or 1:1 help, contact via chat
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