How to Set Up Webhook Inside INBOX with Pabbly Connect

Learn how to set up a webhook inside INBOX using Pabbly Connect to automate data transfer between applications like Google Chat and WhatsApp. Navigate the automation landscape confidently with clear, structured guidance suitable for professionals regardless of prior technical experience.

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Understanding Webhooks and Pabbly Connect

In this section, we will explore how webhooks work with Pabbly Connect. Webhooks act as a bridge between INBOX and other applications, allowing data transfer automatically when specific events occur. For example, when a new contact is added in INBOX, it can trigger actions in other applications like Google Chat.

Using Pabbly Connect, you can set up workflows that respond to various triggers. Understanding the concepts of triggers and actions is crucial. A trigger is an event that starts the workflow, while actions are the responses to that trigger. In the context of our example, the trigger is when a new contact is added to INBOX, and the action is sending that information to Google Chat.

Setting Up the Trigger in Pabbly Connect

To begin, access your Pabbly Connect account and start creating a new workflow. Select INBOX as your trigger application. After selecting the application, you will need to choose the specific trigger event. In this case, we will use the ‘Contact Added’ event, which captures the necessary response when a new contact is created.

Once you have selected the trigger event, Pabbly Connect will provide you with a webhook URL. This URL is essential as it will be used to connect INBOX to Pabbly Connect. Copy this URL, as you will need it to set up the webhook in your INBOX account.

Creating the Webhook in INBOX

In this section, we will use the copied webhook URL to create a webhook in your INBOX account. First, log into your INBOX account and navigate to the settings section. Once there, find the ‘Webhooks’ option and click on it. You will see a button labeled ‘Create Webhook’ which you need to click to proceed.

• Paste the copied webhook URL into the designated field.
• Select the trigger event as ‘Contact Added’.
• Provide a description for your webhook, such as ‘New Contact Added’.

After filling in these details, click on ‘Save’ to create the webhook. This step successfully links your INBOX account with Pabbly Connect, allowing for data transfer whenever a new contact is added.

Testing the Webhook Connection

Now that you have set up the webhook, it is crucial to test the connection to ensure everything is functioning correctly. Go back to Pabbly Connect and click on the ‘Recapture Webhook Response’ button. This will prepare Pabbly Connect to receive the data from INBOX.

Next, create a test contact in your INBOX account. Fill out the form with dummy data, such as a name and email address, and submit it. This action will trigger the webhook, and Pabbly Connect should capture the response, confirming that the integration works as intended.

Adding Action Steps in Pabbly Connect

After successfully testing the webhook, you can now add action steps to your Pabbly Connect workflow. This allows you to determine what happens with the data captured from INBOX. For instance, if you want to send the contact details to Google Chat or log them in Google Sheets, you can easily add these applications as action steps.

Simply select the desired action application from the dropdown menu in Pabbly Connect and configure the necessary fields. You can repeat this process for multiple applications, ensuring that the data flows seamlessly from INBOX to each specified application.

Conclusion

Setting up a webhook inside INBOX using Pabbly Connect allows for efficient data transfer between applications like Google Chat and WhatsApp. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can automate your workflows without any coding skills. This integration enhances your email marketing efforts and ensures that your team stays informed.