# MessageBird node

Use the MessageBird node to automate work in MessageBird, and integrate MessageBird with other applications. Automated Workflows has built-in support for a wide range of MessageBird features, including sending messages, and getting balances.

On this page, you'll find a list of operations the MessageBird node supports and links to more resources.

Credentials
Refer to [MessageBird credentials](/guides/automated-workflows/integrations/builtin/credentials/messagebird) for guidance on setting up authentication.

## Operations

* SMS
  * Send text messages (SMS)
* Balance
  * Get the balance