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Create your own Defector and Filtrete™ Smart workflow
Create custom workflows effortlessly by selecting triggers, queries, and actions. With IFTTT, it's simple: “If this” trigger happens, “then that” action follows. Streamline tasks and save time with automated workflows that work for you.
13 triggers, queries, and actions
Any new post on Defector.com
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever there is a new post on Defector.com.
Filtrete barcode air filter life (days remaining) dropped below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the days remaining on any of your Filtrete barcode air filters drops below your chosen value.
Filtrete Smart Air Filter life (%) dropped below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the remaining life of any of your Filtrete Smart Air Filter drops below your chosen percentage.
Filtrete Smart Air Filter life changed
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the remaining life (%) of a Filtrete Smart Air Filter changes.
New Filtrete air filter installed
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever an existing air filter is replaced or a new air filter is added using the Filtrete Smart app.
Outdoor Air Quality Level changed
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the Filtrete™ outdoor Air Quality Scale level changes; for example: from Good to Fair.
Outdoor Air Quality updated
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when updated outdoor air quality information becomes available.
Outdoor Air Quality Value became higher than
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the Filtrete™ outdoor Air Quality Value becomes higher (i.e. worse) than a chosen value.
Outdoor Air Quality Value became lower than
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the Filtrete outdoor Air Quality Value becomes lower (i.e. better) than a chosen value.
History of Filtrete air filters installed
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of whenever an existing air filter is replaced or a new air filter is added using the Filtrete Smart app.
History of Filtrete Smart Air Filter life (%) dropped below
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the remaining life of any of your Filtrete Smart Air Filter drops below your chosen percentage. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of Filtrete Smart Air Filter life changed
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the remaining life (%) of a Filtrete Smart Air Filter changes.
History of when Filtrete barcode air filter life (days remaining) dropped below a threshold
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the days remaining on any of your Filtrete barcode air filters dropped below your chosen value. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
Any new post on Defector.com
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever there is a new post on Defector.com.
Filtrete barcode air filter life (days remaining) dropped below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the days remaining on any of your Filtrete barcode air filters drops below your chosen value.
Filtrete Smart Air Filter life (%) dropped below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the remaining life of any of your Filtrete Smart Air Filter drops below your chosen percentage.
Filtrete Smart Air Filter life changed
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the remaining life (%) of a Filtrete Smart Air Filter changes.
History of Filtrete air filters installed
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of whenever an existing air filter is replaced or a new air filter is added using the Filtrete Smart app.
History of Filtrete Smart Air Filter life (%) dropped below
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the remaining life of any of your Filtrete Smart Air Filter drops below your chosen percentage. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of Filtrete Smart Air Filter life changed
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the remaining life (%) of a Filtrete Smart Air Filter changes.
History of when Filtrete barcode air filter life (days remaining) dropped below a threshold
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the days remaining on any of your Filtrete barcode air filters dropped below your chosen value. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
New Filtrete air filter installed
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever an existing air filter is replaced or a new air filter is added using the Filtrete Smart app.
Outdoor Air Quality Level changed
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the Filtrete™ outdoor Air Quality Scale level changes; for example: from Good to Fair.
Outdoor Air Quality updated
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when updated outdoor air quality information becomes available.
Outdoor Air Quality Value became higher than
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the Filtrete™ outdoor Air Quality Value becomes higher (i.e. worse) than a chosen value.
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About Defector
Defector.com is an independent media outlet that focuses on delivering factual, critical reporting about the world's most pressing issues. Founded in 2020 by a group of experienced journalists, Defector offers readers an unbiased perspective free of influence from corporate or financial interests. The site covers topics ranging from international politics and human rights to technology and culture, and they strive to provide a unique angle through their stories.
Defector.com is an independent media outlet that focuses on delivering factual, critical reporting about the world's most pressing issues. Founded in 2020 by a group of experienced journalists, Defector offers readers an unbiased perspective free of influence from corporate or financial interests. The site covers topics ranging from international politics and human rights to technology and culture, and they strive to provide a unique angle through their stories.
About Filtrete™ Smart
Filtrete Smart helps you better understand and manage your home’s air quality, as well as inform you about the quality of air outdoors. Filtrete™ Smart Air Filters are outfitted with a sensor to track filter life based on air flow and usage—not just time—letting you know when they need to be changed.
Filtrete Smart helps you better understand and manage your home’s air quality, as well as inform you about the quality of air outdoors. Filtrete™ Smart Air Filters are outfitted with a sensor to track filter life based on air flow and usage—not just time—letting you know when they need to be changed.