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Send a test now

POST /api/v1/alerts/{alert}/test

test_alert Write MCP tool

Sends a real message: a digest of the last 24 hours, or for a rule the latest matching mention. With nothing to show, it sends a clearly marked sample. Counts toward the daily cap.

A full-access key (ss_sk_…), or an editor or owner signed in.

Parameters

NameTypeDescription
alert required
path
 string The alert's id.

Returns

{ sent, channel, detail }

Example

curl -X POST "https://sniffington.com/api/v1/alerts/{alert}/test" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $SCOUT_API_KEY"