How to Create Apollo.io Contact on Contact Form 7 Submission Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to seamlessly integrate Apollo.io with Contact Form 7 using Pabbly Connect to automate contact creation on form submissions. Transform complex automation concepts into accessible, actionable steps that eliminate unnecessary manual work while maximizing existing application capabilities.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To create an Apollo.io contact on Contact Form 7 submission, you need to use Pabbly Connect. Start by visiting the Pabbly Connect website and signing in or signing up for a free account. This platform enables seamless integration between various applications, including Apollo.io and Contact Form 7.

Once logged in, you will be taken to the Pabbly Connect dashboard. Here, you can create workflows that automate tasks without any coding knowledge. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button to begin setting up your automation process.

2. Creating a New Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After accessing your Pabbly Connect dashboard, you need to create a new workflow. Name the workflow something descriptive, like ‘Create Apollo.io Contact on Contact Form 7 Submission’. This helps in identifying the workflow later. using Pabbly Connect

• Click on ‘Create’ to initiate the workflow.
• Select ‘Contact Form 7’ as the trigger application.
• Choose ‘New Form Submission’ as the trigger event.

By selecting these options, you set up Pabbly Connect to listen for new submissions from your Contact Form 7 forms. Once set, Pabbly Connect will capture the details each time a form is submitted.

3. Configuring Contact Form 7 to Work with Pabbly Connect

Next, configure your Contact Form 7 to send data to Pabbly Connect. Open your WordPress dashboard, navigate to the Contact Form 7 plugin, and select the form you want to automate. You will need to enable webhooks for this integration to work. using Pabbly Connect

• Go to the ‘Webhook’ tab in the form settings.
• Paste the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.
• Ensure the ‘Send to Webhook’ checkbox is checked.

After saving these settings, your Contact Form 7 will send submission data to Pabbly Connect, allowing it to trigger the next steps in your workflow. This integration ensures that every inquiry is captured and can be processed automatically.

4. Setting Up Apollo.io to Receive Data

With your Contact Form 7 configured, the next step is to set Apollo.io as the action application in Pabbly Connect. Select Apollo.io from the list of applications and choose ‘Create Contact’ as the action event. This action will create a new contact in Apollo.io whenever a form submission occurs. using Pabbly Connect

To connect your Apollo.io account, you will need the API key. You can find this in your Apollo.io account settings. Copy the API key and paste it into Pabbly Connect when prompted. This connection allows Pabbly Connect to securely create contacts in your Apollo.io account based on the form submissions.

5. Testing the Integration to Ensure Functionality

After setting up the integration, it is essential to test it to ensure everything works correctly. Fill out your Contact Form 7 with dummy details and submit it. Pabbly Connect will capture this submission and create a new contact in Apollo.io. using Pabbly Connect

Check your Apollo.io account to confirm that the contact has been created successfully. This testing phase is crucial to ensure that your automation is functioning as intended. Once confirmed, your workflow will automatically handle future submissions, saving you time and effort.

Conclusion

Integrating Apollo.io with Contact Form 7 using Pabbly Connect streamlines your lead management process. By automating contact creation, you can efficiently follow up with potential clients and enhance your marketing efforts. This setup ensures that all inquiries are captured seamlessly, allowing for effective tracking and management.