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Notification Rule

Notification rules in Zoho Desk define automated alerts sent to customers, agents, or managers when specified ticket events occur.

A notification rule in Zoho Desk is a configuration that defines when and to whom automated email or in-app notifications are sent based on ticket events such as ticket creation, status changes, or SLA breaches.

Types of Notification Rules

Zoho Desk sends notifications to three main audiences: customers (acknowledgements, updates, resolution confirmations), agents (new ticket assignments, replies, escalations), and supervisors or managers (SLA warnings, escalations, high-priority alerts).

Customising Notification Content

Notification emails use templates that can be customised with dynamic placeholders like ticket number, customer name, and ticket subject. Different templates can be configured per department to match each brand’s communication style.

Controlling Notification Frequency

Over-notification is a common problem that causes alert fatigue. Zoho Desk allows granular control over which events trigger notifications and for which ticket types or departments. This ensures agents and managers receive only relevant, actionable alerts.

Example: A logistics company configures notification rules: customers receive an acknowledgement when a ticket is created, an update when status changes, and a satisfaction survey when the ticket is closed. Agents receive mobile push notifications for Urgent tickets only.
What is a Notification Rule in Zoho Desk?

A notification rule defines when automated emails or in-app alerts are sent to customers, agents, or managers based on ticket events. It controls acknowledgements, status updates, SLA alerts, and assignment notifications.

Can I customise the content of notification emails in Zoho Desk?

Yes. Notification emails use customisable templates with dynamic placeholders for ticket details. Each department can have its own notification templates to match different brand voices or languages.

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