Integrating Google Contacts with Mailchimp Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to seamlessly integrate Google Contacts with Mailchimp using Pabbly Connect for efficient email marketing. Step-by-step tutorial included. Implement the precise methodologies leading organizations use to automate repetitive tasks, illustrated with practical examples designed for immediate application.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for Google Contacts and Mailchimp Integration

To start the integration process for Google Contacts and Mailchimp, you will use Pabbly Connect. Begin by navigating to the Pabbly Connect website by typing in the URL: Pabbly.com/connect. This platform allows you to automate workflows effortlessly.

Once on the landing page, you will see options to either sign in or sign up for free. If you are a new user, click on the ‘Sign Up’ button to create an account. Existing users can simply click ‘Sign In’. After signing in, you will be directed to the applications page where you can access Pabbly Connect.

2. Creating a New Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After accessing Pabbly Connect, you can create a new workflow by clicking on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You will be prompted to name your workflow, which is essential for identifying the integration later. For this tutorial, name it something like ‘Google Contacts to Mailchimp’.

• Click on ‘Create’ to proceed.
• You will see two sections: Trigger and Action.
• Select Google Contacts as the trigger application.

Once you select Google Contacts, the next step is to choose the trigger event, which is ‘New or Updated Contact’. This event indicates that Pabbly Connect will check for new contacts every 10 minutes, ensuring timely updates to your Mailchimp list.

3. Connecting Google Contacts to Pabbly Connect

After selecting the trigger event, you will need to connect your Google Contacts account to Pabbly Connect. Click on ‘Connect’ and then select ‘Add New Connection’. You will be prompted to sign in with your Google account.

Once signed in, grant the necessary permissions by clicking ‘Allow’. This step is crucial as it enables Pabbly Connect to access your Google Contacts. After successful authorization, you can test the connection by clicking on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. This will retrieve the most recently added contact from your Google Contacts.

4. Integrating Mailchimp with Pabbly Connect

Now that your Google Contacts are connected, the next step is to set up Mailchimp as the action application in Pabbly Connect. Select Mailchimp and choose the action event ‘Add New Member with Custom Fields’. This will allow you to add new subscribers to your Mailchimp audience automatically.

• You will be prompted to connect your Mailchimp account.
• Click ‘Add New Connection’ and enter your Mailchimp API key and data center.
• You can find the API key in your Mailchimp account under ‘Extras’ > ‘API Keys’.

After entering the API key and data center, click ‘Save’. This establishes the connection between Pabbly Connect and Mailchimp, allowing for seamless integration.

5. Mapping Data from Google Contacts to Mailchimp

With both applications connected, the next step is to map the data fields from Google Contacts to Mailchimp within Pabbly Connect. Mapping ensures that the correct information is sent to Mailchimp when a new contact is added.

You will need to map fields such as email address, first name, last name, and mobile number. This ensures that every new contact added in Google Contacts is properly recorded in Mailchimp. Once all fields are mapped, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to verify if the integration works correctly.

If successful, you will see the new subscriber in your Mailchimp audience list, confirming that the integration is complete. You can also test this by adding a new contact in Google Contacts and checking Mailchimp after the polling time of 10 minutes.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to integrate Google Contacts with Mailchimp using Pabbly Connect. By following the steps outlined, you can automate the process of adding new subscribers from Google Contacts to Mailchimp efficiently. This integration not only saves time but also enhances your email marketing efforts.