Help Scout
Slack
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Help Scout + Slack

Get Slack notifications for new Help Scout conversations

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Help Scout and Slack

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated bots 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.

Help Scout and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Get Slack notifications for new Help Scout conversations
Workflow diagram: Help Scout + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Help Scout

Help Scout

Conversation Created in Help Scout

Triggers when a new conversation is created.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Send Channel Message in Slack

Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Get Slack notifications for new Help Scout conversations.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Help Scout and Slack to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Help Scout to Zapier.

    Connect Help Scout to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Help Scout account, using Help Scout credentials.

  • Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Give Zapier 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 Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Help Scout

    Set up a Trigger action for Help Scout

    Choose the following trigger: Conversation Created (Triggers when a new conversation is created.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Send Channel Message (Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.).

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 Help Scout 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 Get Slack notifications for new Help Scout conversations!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Slack

    New message in channels (instant)

    New message in channels (instant)

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  • Slack

    New message posted to channel

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

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  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

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  • Slack

    New pushed message

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

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  • Slack

    New user

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

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  • Slack

    New reaction added

    Triggers when a reaction (aka reactji) is added to a message in a public #channel.

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  • Help Scout

    Create conversation

    Creates conversation including tags and custom fields (only with Help Scout's Plus plan). Select mailbox to see custom fields.

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  • Help Scout

    Create customer

    Creates a customer if it does not already exist.

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  • Help Scout

    Add note

    Adds a note to existing conversation.

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  • Help Scout

    Send reply

    Replies to a conversation. Please note that this will send actual email to the customer unless `draft` flag is used.

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  • Help Scout

    Find customer

    Finds customer by email.

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  • Help Scout

    Get week report

    Get a user's support metrics for the current week.

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Apps you need

Help Scout

Help Scout

Customer Support

Web-based help desk designed for exceptional customer experience

Help Scout is a customer support platform ideal for businesses of all sizes. With a clutter-free interface, integrations, API, and a free iPhone app, Help Scout allows you to focus on delivering top-notch customer service with ease.

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.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.