Automatically Add Todoist Tasks in Notion Database Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automatically add Todoist tasks to your Notion database using Pabbly Connect. Follow this step-by-step tutorial for seamless integration. Implement the precise methodologies leading organizations use to automate repetitive tasks, illustrated with practical examples designed for immediate application.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To automatically add Todoist tasks in Notion using Pabbly Connect, you first need to access the platform. Go to the Pabbly website and sign in if you already have an account. If not, you can sign up for free, which takes only a couple of minutes.

Once logged in, click on the ‘Access Now’ button under Pabbly Connect. This will take you to the dashboard where you can create workflows to integrate Todoist and Notion seamlessly.

2. Creating a New Workflow in Pabbly Connect

In Pabbly Connect, to create a new workflow, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You will be prompted to name your workflow. Enter a descriptive name like ‘Automatically Add Todoist Tasks in Notion Database’.

• Name your workflow appropriately.
• Select the folder where you want to save this workflow.
• Click ‘Create’ to finalize the workflow setup.

After creating the workflow, you will see the trigger and action boxes. The trigger indicates what event will start the workflow, while the action specifies what will happen as a result of that trigger.

3. Setting Up Todoist as the Trigger in Pabbly Connect

To set up the trigger, select Todoist from the trigger application options in Pabbly Connect. You will then need to choose a trigger event, which in this case is ‘New Task’. This event will activate the workflow whenever a new task is created in Todoist.

Next, you will connect your Todoist account to Pabbly Connect. To do this, you will be provided with a webhook URL. Copy this URL and follow the instructions to set it up in your Todoist account’s App Management console.

4. Configuring Todoist in App Management

Log in to your Todoist account and navigate to the App Management section. Here, you will create a new app and name it appropriately. After creating the app, generate a test token which will be used to connect to Pabbly Connect.

In the webhook settings, paste the webhook URL copied earlier from Pabbly Connect. Ensure to activate the webhook and save the configuration. This step is crucial as it establishes the connection between Todoist and Pabbly Connect.

• Create a new app in Todoist App Management.
• Generate a test token for authentication.
• Paste the webhook URL in the appropriate field.

Once the webhook is configured, return to Pabbly Connect and you will see that it is waiting for a response from the webhook, indicating the setup is successful.

5. Adding Action to Notion in Pabbly Connect

The final step involves setting up Notion as the action application in Pabbly Connect. Select Notion and choose ‘Create Database Item’ as the action event. This will allow you to add the new task details from Todoist into your Notion database.

Connect your Notion account by allowing access to the necessary pages. Once connected, select the database where you want to add the task details. You will then map the required fields such as task name, due date, and description from the Todoist task to the corresponding fields in your Notion database.

Select the database in Notion to receive the task details. Map the fields accurately to ensure data is transferred correctly. Save and send the request to finalize the integration.

After saving the configuration, you will receive a confirmation response indicating that the task details have been successfully added to your Notion database. This entire process allows you to maintain a backup of your tasks automatically.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect, you can easily automate the addition of Todoist tasks into your Notion database. This integration not only saves time but also ensures that all task details are backed up seamlessly. Follow these steps to set up your own automation and enhance your productivity.