Question
I’m exploring whether the Notion API allows me to set a reminder when updating a date property. My current script automatically adjusts date values in my Notion database, and I want these changes to also trigger reminder notifications. Is there a specific API parameter or method that enables the inclusion of a reminder with a date update? If not, what workarounds or alternative approaches can I use to achieve reminder functionality through the API? Any detailed examples or guidance would be greatly appreciated.
The Notion API does not currently offer a built-in parameter for setting reminders when updating a date property. From my experience, you can work around this by creating an external system that monitors your updated date fields. I have implemented a solution where a scheduled script regularly queries the database for approaching deadlines. It then sends notifications via email or another messaging service. Tools like Zapier or custom serverless functions can help integrate these reminders, ensuring that changes in Notion trigger additional external notifications.
Based on my experience, the Notion API itself does not provide direct support to trigger reminders when date properties are updated. In my own project, I built a workaround that involves scheduling a function which runs periodically to check for changes in the database. When it detects that a date has been updated, this function handles notifications via an external system, often integrating with calendar APIs or custom email alerts. This method, while more complex, effectively extends Notion’s capabilities by coupling it with additional automated services.
i ended up using a serverless function that polled my notion db for date updates and then triggered alerts via slack or email. it’s not a direct method but works for my needs. hope this hack helps, might be worth a try.
The Notion API does not support direct reminder notifications when a date property is updated, and my experience confirms that a workaround is necessary. In one project, I developed a small background script using Python and scheduled it with cron. This script periodically queries the database for changes in date properties and then uses an external notification system to alert users. I integrated a desktop notification module combined with SMS alerts via a third-party service, which provided a flexible and reliable solution despite the API’s limitations.