Automatically Save Tumblr Blogs Data to Dropbox Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automatically save Tumblr blog data to Dropbox using Pabbly Connect with this step-by-step tutorial. Integrate effortlessly without coding! Discover how to seamlessly connect your essential tools through accessible instructions that make powerful automation available to professionals at every skill level.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Tumblr and Dropbox Integration

To start saving Tumblr blogs data into Dropbox automatically, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Open your browser and go to the Pabbly website.

Once there, navigate to the products section and select Pabbly Connect. If you’re a first-time user, click on the ‘Sign up for free’ option to create an account. After signing up, log in to your Pabbly Connect account to begin the integration process.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After logging in, you will be directed to the Pabbly Connect dashboard. Here, click on the plus sign to create a new workflow. Name your workflow something like ‘Tumblr to Dropbox Integration’ and click on create. using Pabbly Connect

• Navigate to the trigger window and select Tumblr as the application.
• Choose the trigger event as ‘New Post in My Blog’.
• Click on connect to establish a connection with your Tumblr account.

Once connected, you will need to authorize Pabbly Connect to access your Tumblr account. Make sure to allow all permissions requested to ensure a smooth integration.

3. Mapping Tumblr Data to Dropbox Using Pabbly Connect

After setting up the trigger, you will need to create a post in your Tumblr account. This will allow Pabbly Connect to capture the new post details. Once the post is created, return to Pabbly Connect and click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to retrieve the post data. using Pabbly Connect

The response will include all details of the new post, such as the title, URL, and caption. Use this data to map it to the next step, which involves extracting the URL. Choose the Text Formatter application in Pabbly Connect for this action.

• Select the action event as ‘Basic Formatting’.
• Map the body of the Tumblr post to extract the URL.
• Click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to confirm the extraction.

Now that you have the URL, you can proceed to the next step to save this data into Dropbox.

4. Uploading Extracted Data to Dropbox Using Pabbly Connect

In this step, you will upload the extracted Tumblr post data to Dropbox. Click on the plus sign to add a new action step and select Dropbox as the application. Choose the action event as ‘Upload File’. using Pabbly Connect

Connect your Dropbox account to Pabbly Connect by clicking on ‘Add New Connection’. Make sure you are logged into your Dropbox account to avoid any authorization issues. Once connected, you will need to specify the file URL and file name.

Map the file URL extracted from the previous step. Specify the file name and ensure it includes the correct extension (e.g., .PNG). Define the folder path in Dropbox where you want to save the file.

Click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to complete the upload process. You should see a success response indicating that the file has been uploaded to your Dropbox account.

5. Testing the Tumblr to Dropbox Integration

Now that you have set up the integration, it’s time to test it. Go back to your Tumblr account and create another new post. This will trigger the workflow you set up in Pabbly Connect.

After posting, return to your Dropbox account and refresh the page. You should see the new file saved in your specified folder. This confirms that the integration between Tumblr and Dropbox via Pabbly Connect is working effectively.

Next time you upload a new blog post to Tumblr, it will automatically save to your Dropbox without any manual effort.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect, you can effortlessly automate the process of saving Tumblr blogs data to Dropbox. This integration not only saves time but also ensures that your blog posts are backed up automatically. With just a few simple steps, you can enhance your workflow and keep your content secure.