Alerts and Notifications
Get notified instantly when a problem occurs.
Alerts are the heart of a monitoring system. A quick alert allows action before users are impacted.
MoniTao offers multiple alert channels to notify you according to your preferences.
Available Alert Channels
Choose how to be alerted based on urgency:
Email Alerts
Instant email notifications
SMS Alerts
Emergency SMS (Business)
Webhooks
Integration with your tools
Alert Triggers
MoniTao alerts you for different event types:
- Service unavailable - HTTP error or timeout on a monitor
- Service restored - Notification of return to normal
- SSL Certificate - Upcoming expiration or expired certificate
- Invalid content - Expected text not found on page
- Missing heartbeat - Scheduled task not executed
Smart Alerts
MoniTao avoids false positives:
- Double check before sending alert
- Configurable delay between alerts
- Return to normal confirmation
Use Cases
- Email alerts for technical team
- Emergency SMS for on-call
- Webhook to Slack or Discord
Configuration
- Create a monitor or heartbeat job
- Configure your alert channels
- Test by pausing a monitor
Frequently Asked Questions
How many alerts will I receive for one incident?
One alert when the problem is detected, and one notification when restored.
Can I configure different alerts per monitor?
Alert channels are configured at the user account level.
Are alerts sent at night?
Yes, alerts are sent 24/7. Use maintenance windows if needed.
How to avoid alert spam in case of network issues?
MoniTao performs a double check before sending an alert.
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