> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.getskara.ai/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Date Match * The **Date Match** trigger activates a flow when a specific date field in a record matches a defined date. ### **Topics covered:** [How to Configure Date Match Trigger](#how-to-configure-date-match-trigger) * [Practical Example](#practical-example) ### How to Configure Date Match Trigger While creating the Trigger Based Flows select Date Match trigger. mceclip0.png After selecting the **Date Match** trigger, you'll need to configure the block by entering the following details: * **Name:** Provide a clear and descriptive name for the trigger to identify its purpose within the flow. * **Description:** Write a brief explanation of what the trigger does and its role in the flow, helping to clarify its function and impact. * **Triggering Module:** Choose the specific module where the date field is located and where the trigger will be applied. * **Select Date Field:** Specify the date field in the record that the trigger will monitor for a match. * **Execution Cycle:** Define how often the trigger should check for the date match. * **Date of Execution:** Set the specific date or date range that the trigger will use to match against the selected date field. * **Execution Time:** Specify the time of day when the trigger should execute its actions. * **Time Zone:** Select the time zone in which the date and time should be interpreted to ensure accurate timing. * \*\*Use Contact's Timezone:\*\*Choose whether to use the contact’s time zone for the trigger, if applicable, to align with their local time.Click **Save** to save the information. mceclip1.png ### Practical Example Here, we are managing a subscription-based service, and we want to send a renewal reminder email to customers a week before their subscription expires. Screen Shot 2024-10-31 at 2.01.08 PM.png With this setup, every day, the system will check for subscriptions that are set to expire in one week. When a match is found, customers will receive a timely reminder, helping to improve renewal rates and customer satisfaction.