Integrating Action Network with Elementor Forms via Zapier: A Step-by-Step Guide
Published on Feb 28th, 2024
In the dynamic world of web forms and digital activism, connecting your Elementor forms to Action Network can streamline your efforts, ensuring that your message reaches the masses effectively. If this connection sounds daunting, worry not. In this guide, we'll navigate through the process, making use of the versatile automation tool, Zapier, to establish this vital link.
Why Integrate Action Network with Elementor Using Zapier?
Action Network is a powerful tool for organizations to mobilize their members, while Elementor provides the flexibility to design beautiful and functional web forms. Zapier, on the other hand, serves as the bridge to automate tasks between these two platforms without the need for coding. This integration can save time, reduce errors, and enable real-time data sharing.
Setting up the Integration - A Step-by-Step Process
Before starting, ensure you have an active account on Elementor, Action Network, and Zapier.
Step 1: Creating Your Elementor Form
Start by designing your form within Elementor to collect the information you need from your users. Once your form looks and functions to your satisfaction, you’re ready for the next step.
Step 2: Setting Up a Zapier Account and Creating a New Zap
Log in to Zapier and create a new Zap. Zaps are automated workflows that connect your apps and services together. Each Zap consists of a trigger and one or more actions.
Step 3: Configuring the Trigger
For the trigger, select Elementor Forms as the app and choose the event you want to trigger the Zap. This will typically be “New Form Submission.”
Step 4: Connecting Elementor to Zapier
Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your Elementor account with Zapier. Select the specific form you want to watch for new submissions in your Elementor account.
Step 5: Setting Up the Action Network Action
Now, choose Action Network as the action app. You'll need to select an event, such as Create or Update a Person, which will add new form entries to your Action Network database as new supporters.
Step 6: Connecting Action Network to Zapier
You’ll be prompted to sign in to your Action Network account to establish the connection with Zapier. Grant the necessary permissions for Zapier to access your account.
Step 7: Customizing the Action Network Action
Match up the fields from your Elementor form to the corresponding fields in Action Network, ensuring that all data is mapped appropriately.
Step 8: Testing the Zap
It's vital to test your Zap to confirm that data flows correctly from Elementor to Action Network. Submit a test entry on your form and see if it gets logged correctly in your Action Network database.
Step 9: Activating the Zap
If everything is working flawlessly, the last step is to turn on your Zap. Congratulations, you’ve now automated the process!
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you have successfully connected Action Network with your Elementor form using Zapier, creating a robust tool for your digital campaigns. Remember, this is only the start. Explore further to discover the myriad possibilities that open up with Zapier's vast array of integrations.
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