Effortlessly Sync Trello with Discord via Zapier: A Step-by-Step Guide

Integrating Trello with Discord through Zapier can greatly enhance your project management and team communication experience. This seamless automation saves time and helps keep all team members on the same page, regardless of whether they're tracking project progress in Trello or communicating in Discord.

Let's start by understanding the three platforms we'll be connecting:

1. Trello is a popular project management tool that uses cards and boards to organize tasks and workflows.


2. Zapier acts as the bridge, automating tasks between different apps without the need for coding.


3. Discord is a widely-used communication platform that supports messaging, voice calls, and video calls.

Here's your step-by-step guide to automating cards from Trello to Discord through Zapier:

Step 1: Set Up Your Trello Board

Ensure that your Trello board is configured with the lists and cards you want to monitor for changes. Each card should represent a task or update you want to share with your Discord team.

Step 2: Create a Zapier Account

If you haven't already, sign up for a free Zapier account at zapier.com. This will allow you to create 'Zaps', which are automated workflows between your apps.

Step 3: Make a New Zap

Once logged in, click on 'Make a Zap'. Zapier will guide you through choosing a trigger and action for your automated workflow.

Step 4: Set Trello as the Trigger App

In the trigger section, search for and select Trello. Zapier will then ask you to connect your Trello account if you haven't done so already. Proceed to set up the trigger by selecting the board and list you want to monitor for new cards.

Step 5: Choose the Trigger Event

Select the event that will start your Zap. For example, choose 'New Card' to trigger the automation whenever a new card is added to a specific list on your Trello board.

Step 6: Set Discord as the Action App

Next, move on to the action section and search for Discord. Connect your Discord account and select the channel where you want your Trello updates to be sent.

Step 7: Customize the Discord Message

You can customize the message that will be posted in Discord. Use the information from the Trello card such as the card name, description, or due date, to create a message that informs your team about the update.

Step 8: Test and Activate Your Zap

Before going live, test your Zap to ensure it's working as expected. Once you’re satisfied, activate it. Your Trello updates will now automatically post to the selected Discord channel.

Step 9: Enjoy the Automation

With everything set up, your team can stay updated in real time as tasks on Trello are created or changed, all without leaving their favorite communication hub, Discord.

Remember, you can always come back to Zapier to tweak your Zaps or create new ones for different kinds of notifications or actions.

By connecting Trello and Discord using Zapier, you streamline communication and project updates, making it easier to collaborate and stay aligned with your team.