How to Send Real-Time Notifications Automatically

Learn how to send real-time notifications automatically using Pabbly Connect to integrate Google Ads and Slack effectively. Follow this definitive guide to creating powerful automated workflows with straightforward, efficiency-focused solutions that save valuable time.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Automation

To start sending real-time notifications automatically, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Open your browser and navigate to Pabbly.com/connect. This will take you to the Pabbly Connect homepage, where you can either sign in or sign up for a free account.

If you are new to Pabbly Connect, click on the ‘Sign Up Free’ button to create your account. This gives you access to 100 free tasks every month. Existing users can simply sign in to their accounts. Once logged in, you will see the Pabbly apps window; click on ‘Access Now’ to enter the Pabbly Connect dashboard.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After accessing Pabbly Connect, the next step is to create a workflow. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You will then be prompted to select between the new beta version and the classic version of the workflow builder. For this tutorial, we will use the beta version.

• Click on ‘Select’ to proceed with the beta version.
• In the dialog box that appears, name your workflow, ‘Send Real-Time Notifications Automatically’.
• Choose the appropriate folder from the dropdown menu, like ‘Automations’.

Click on the ‘Create’ button to finalize your workflow setup. You have now established a basic framework that will handle your automation.

3. Setting Up the Trigger with Google Ads

The next step in using Pabbly Connect is to set up the trigger. For this automation, the trigger will be Google Ads, specifically a new lead form entry. Select Google Ads as your trigger application.

Once selected, you will need to choose the event as ‘New Lead Form Entry’. Click on the ‘Connect’ button to generate a webhook URL. This URL is crucial for linking Google Ads to your Pabbly Connect workflow.

• Copy the webhook URL provided by Pabbly Connect.
• Log in to your Google Ads account and navigate to your lead form settings.
• Under Lead Delivery, paste the copied webhook URL and set the key as ‘test’.

After setting the webhook, send test data to ensure the connection works. You should see the details appear in your Pabbly Connect workflow, confirming successful setup.

4. Adding Action Step to Send Notifications via Slack

With the trigger set, the next step in your Pabbly Connect workflow is to add an action step. Here, you will select Slack as the action application and choose ‘Send Channel Message’ as the event.

Click on ‘Connect’ and select to add a new connection. You will need to authorize Pabbly Connect to access your Slack account. Choose the token type as ‘User’ and click on ‘Save’ to connect successfully.

Select the channel where you want to send notifications, e.g., ‘Sales Team’. Compose the message you want to send, including dynamic fields like name, email, and phone number. Map the relevant data from the trigger step to personalize the message.

Once the message is set up, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. You should see a successful response indicating that the notification has been sent to your Slack channel.

5. Finalizing Your Automation Workflow

Now that you have set up both the trigger and action steps in Pabbly Connect, it’s time to finalize your automation. You can review the entire workflow to ensure everything is configured correctly.

To summarize, you have configured Google Ads as the trigger and Slack as the action application. Whenever a new lead is generated through Google Ads, a notification is automatically sent to your Slack channel with all relevant lead details.

Test your workflow by submitting a new lead through Google Ads. Check your Slack channel to confirm that the notification appears as expected. This ensures that your setup is functioning properly and you can receive real-time notifications automatically.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we demonstrated how to send real-time notifications automatically using Pabbly Connect to integrate Google Ads and Slack. By following the steps outlined, you can ensure your team is promptly notified of new leads, enhancing your response efficiency.

Utilizing Pabbly Connect streamlines this process, allowing for seamless communication and lead management. Start automating your notifications today to improve your business operations!