IFTTT
Slack
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An automated workflow using ifttt

Connects IFTTT + Slack

Post to a Slack channel when a specific service publishes a new trigger or action on IFTTT

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect IFTTT and Slack

It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.

IFTTT and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than ifttt:

Diagram

Post to a Slack channel when a specific service publishes a new trigger or action on IFTTT
Workflow diagram: IFTTT + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in IFTTT

IFTTT

New trigger or action published by service in IFTTT

This trigger fires whenever a service has published a new trigger or action on IFTTT.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Post to channel in Slack

This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Post to a Slack channel when a specific service publishes a new trigger or action on IFTTT.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect IFTTT and Slack to IFTTT.

  • Create IFTTT account.

    Create IFTTT account.

    Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.

  • Connect IFTTT to IFTTT.

    Connect IFTTT to IFTTT.

    Give IFTTT access to your IFTTT account, using IFTTT credentials.

  • Connect Slack to IFTTT.

    Connect Slack to IFTTT.

    Give IFTTT access to your Slack account, using Slack credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of IFTTT.

  • Set up a Trigger action for IFTTT

    Set up a Trigger action for IFTTT

    Choose the following trigger: New trigger or action published by service (This trigger fires whenever a service has published a new trigger or action on IFTTT.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Post to channel (This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between IFTTT and Slack.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Post to a Slack channel when a specific service publishes a new trigger or action on IFTTT!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Slack

    New message in channels (instant)

    New message in channels (instant)

    pipedream
    triggerbypipedream
  • Slack

    New message posted to channel

    Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New pushed message

    Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New user

    Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.

    zapierpabbly-connectalbato
    triggerbyzapierpabbly-connectalbato
  • Slack

    New mention

    Triggers when a username or highlight word is mentioned in a public #channel.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • IFTTT

    Trigger event with json

    Trigger event with json

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream
  • IFTTT

    Trigger event with values

    Trigger event with values

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream
  • IFTTT

    Send data

    Sends data to an applet. It can execute a specific applet.

    integromat
    actionbyintegromat
  • IFTTT

    New applet published by service

    This trigger fires whenever a service has published a new Applet on IFTTT.

    ifttt
    triggerbyifttt
  • IFTTT

    New trigger or action published by service

    This trigger fires whenever a service has published a new trigger or action on IFTTT.

    ifttt
    triggerbyifttt
  • IFTTT

    New ifttt update

    This trigger fires every time the IFTTT blog posts something tagged "Updates." It's an easy way to stay on top of new services or features.

    ifttt
    triggerbyifttt

Apps you need

IFTTT

IFTTT

Automation Platforms

An automation service with a simple formula - IF This Then That

IFTTT helps to create applications connections with a simple statement: if this then that. For example: "Tweet your Instagrams as native photos on Twitter". You define a task by a trigger and an action.

Slack

Slack

Team Chat

A cloud-based platform for team communication and collaboration

Slack is the go-to platform for modern teams seeking seamless communication and collaboration. With everything in one easily searchable place, including channels, integrations, and tools, Slack keeps your team aligned and productive.

IFTTT

IFTTT

Automation Platforms

An automation service with a simple formula - IF This Then That

IFTTT helps to create applications connections with a simple statement: if this then that. For example: "Tweet your Instagrams as native photos on Twitter". You define a task by a trigger and an action.