Mailchimp
Dropbox
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An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Mailchimp + Dropbox

Upload Dropbox files with new Mailchimp subscribers

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Mailchimp and Dropbox

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier 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.

Mailchimp and Dropbox can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Upload Dropbox files with new Mailchimp subscribers
Workflow diagram: Mailchimp + Dropbox integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Mailchimp

Mailchimp

New Subscriber in Mailchimp

Triggers when a new subscriber is added to an audience.

Then this action happens in Dropbox

Dropbox

Upload File in Dropbox

Upload an existing file or attachment not bigger than 500 MB.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Upload Dropbox files with new Mailchimp subscribers.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Mailchimp and Dropbox to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Mailchimp to Zapier.

    Connect Mailchimp to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Mailchimp account, using Mailchimp credentials.

  • Connect Dropbox to Zapier.

    Connect Dropbox to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Dropbox account, using Dropbox 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 Mailchimp

    Set up a Trigger action for Mailchimp

    Choose the following trigger: New Subscriber (Triggers when a new subscriber is added to an audience.).

  • Then set up an Action for Dropbox

    Then set up an Action for Dropbox

    Choose this action: Upload File (Upload an existing file or attachment not bigger than 500 MB.).

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 Mailchimp and Dropbox.

  • 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 Upload Dropbox files with new Mailchimp subscribers!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Mailchimp

    New subscriber

    Triggers when a new subscriber is added to an audience.

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    New campaign

    Triggers when a new campaign is created or sent.

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  • Mailchimp

    New subscriber in segment or tag

    Triggers when a subscriber is added to a segment or tag within an audience.

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  • Mailchimp

    New or updated subscriber

    Triggers when a subscriber is added or updated in an audience.

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  • Mailchimp

    New unsubscriber

    Triggers when any current subscriber unsubscribes from an audience.

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  • Mailchimp

    New customer

    Triggers when a new customer is added to a selected store.

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  • Dropbox

    Upload file

    Upload an existing file or attachment not bigger than 500 MB.

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  • Dropbox

    Add file from url

    This Action will download a file at a given URL and add it to Dropbox at the path you specify. NOTE: 30 MB file size limit.

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  • Dropbox

    Create folder

    Creates a brand new folder at the path you specify.

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  • Dropbox

    Create a text file

    This Action will create a new text file at the path you specify.

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  • Dropbox

    Append to a text file

    This Action will append to a text file as determined by the file name and folder path you specify. Once a file’s size reaches 2MB a new file will be created.

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  • Dropbox

    Create text file

    Creates a brand new text file from plain text content you specify.

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Apps you need

Mailchimp

Mailchimp

Email Marketing

Email and marketing platform targeted for small Business

Mailchimp is an all-in-one marketing platform that helps you design email newsletters, automate campaigns, track results and more. Grow your business smarter, faster and easier with Mailchimp.

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.