Manage AWS cloud storage files by sending a simple email

Email a plain-language request and the system creates, moves, or deletes cloud files for you automatically.

How the work actually flows

It branches. Exactly one path is taken.

Pattern: Exclusive Choice (4) · Simple Merge (5)

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Build size
Standard

A mid-size build with several tools working together.

Business functions
Email AutomationDocument Processing & OCR
Connects
Amazon S3Email

The problem it solves

Managing files in the cloud usually means logging into a technical console just to create a bucket, move a file, or clean something up. You end up asking whoever handles the tech side to do it for you, even for small requests.

Who it fits

Small dev shops or ops teams who manage cloud storage for clients but don't want to log into a technical console for routine requests.

How it works

  1. An email arrives describing a storage request in plain language
  2. The system reads the message and identifies the action needed
  3. It carries out the request in Amazon S3, such as creating a bucket or moving a file
  4. A confirmation email arrives showing whether the action succeeded
What you get

Storage requests handled in one email

You get an email reply confirming your storage request was carried out, whether that is creating a bucket, moving a file, or removing one.

What you get

A confirmation email showing whether the requested file or bucket action succeeded.

What you need

An AWS account and an email account that can send and receive automated messages.

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