How to connect Amazon SNS and Captions
Create a New Scenario to Connect Amazon SNS and Captions
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Amazon SNS, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Amazon SNS or Captions will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Amazon SNS or Captions, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Amazon SNS Node
Select the Amazon SNS node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Amazon SNS
Click on the Amazon SNS node to configure it. You can modify the Amazon SNS URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Captions Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Amazon SNS node, select Captions from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Captions.

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Authenticate Captions
Now, click the Captions node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Captions settings. Authentication allows you to use Captions through Latenode.
Configure the Amazon SNS and Captions Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Amazon SNS and Captions Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Amazon SNS, Captions, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Amazon SNS and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Amazon SNS and Captions (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Amazon SNS and Captions
Captions + Amazon SNS + Slack: When a new video with captions is available from Captions, trigger an Amazon SNS notification. Then, send a message to a specified Slack channel to notify users about the new video.
Captions + Google Drive + Amazon SNS: After submitting a video for captioning, store the caption files in Google Drive. Upon successful upload, send an Amazon SNS notification to alert subscribers.
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About Amazon SNS
Use Amazon SNS in Latenode to build automated notification systems. Trigger SMS, email, or push notifications based on events in your workflows. Centralize alerts across apps and avoid missing critical updates. Combine with Latenode's no-code tools and JavaScript for customized routing and content based on real-time data.
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About Captions
Need accurate, automated captions for videos? Integrate Captions with Latenode to generate and sync subtitles across platforms. Automate video accessibility for marketing, training, or support. Latenode adds scheduling, file handling, and error control to Captions, making scalable captioning workflows simple and efficient.
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FAQ Amazon SNS and Captions
How can I connect my Amazon SNS account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Amazon SNS account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Amazon SNS and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Amazon SNS and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically transcribe SNS audio messages into Captions?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor makes it easy to create a workflow that transcribes audio from SNS into Captions. Benefit: improved content accessibility.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Amazon SNS with Captions?
Integrating Amazon SNS with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Transcribing audio notifications from Amazon SNS into Captions text.
- Creating automated subtitles for video content based on SNS alerts.
- Generating summaries of audio messages for quick reviews.
- Sending transcribed captions to team channels.
- Storing caption data for analysis and reporting.
Can I filter SNS messages based on contentbefore creating Captions?
Yes, Latenode lets you filter SNS messages with JavaScript logic before processing, reducing unnecessary Captions transcriptions.
Are there any limitations to the Amazon SNS and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large audio files might take longer to process due to transcription times.
- The accuracy of transcriptions depends on audio quality.
- Real-time captioning is not directly supported through this integration.