How to connect Bitly and Open Weather
Create a New Scenario to Connect Bitly and Open Weather
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 Bitly, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Bitly or Open Weather will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Bitly or Open Weather, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

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

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Add the Open Weather Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Bitly node, select Open Weather from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Open Weather.

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Authenticate Open Weather
Now, click the Open Weather node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Open Weather settings. Authentication allows you to use Open Weather through Latenode.
Configure the Bitly and Open Weather 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 Bitly and Open Weather 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 Bitly, Open Weather, 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 Bitly and Open Weather integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Bitly and Open Weather (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Bitly and Open Weather
Bitly + Open Weather + Google Sheets: When a new Bitlink is created in Bitly, this automation retrieves the current weather conditions using Open Weather. It then logs both the shortened URL and the weather data into a new row in a Google Sheet for campaign tracking.
Open Weather + Bitly + Twitter: This automation retrieves daily weather forecasts from Open Weather, shortens the forecast text into a Bitlink, and automatically posts the shortened link with a brief description on Twitter.
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About Bitly
Use Bitly in Latenode to automatically shorten and track links within your workflows. Share campaign URLs, monitor click rates, and optimize outreach directly from your automated processes. Combine Bitly's link management with Latenode's flexible logic and data integrations for end-to-end control, avoiding manual updates and broken flows.
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About Open Weather
Use Open Weather in Latenode to automate weather-based triggers for business logic. Get current conditions or forecasts to adjust marketing campaigns, logistics, or facility management. Unlike standalone apps, Latenode lets you blend weather data with other services, apply custom logic, and scale your automation affordably based on execution time.
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FAQ Bitly and Open Weather
How can I connect my Bitly account to Open Weather using Latenode?
To connect your Bitly account to Open Weather on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Bitly and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Bitly and Open Weather accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I shorten links based on weather conditions?
Yes! Latenode lets you trigger Bitly link shortening based on Open Weather data. Automatically customize marketing campaigns based on real-time weather conditions for increased engagement.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Bitly with Open Weather?
Integrating Bitly with Open Weather allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Dynamically update link descriptions with current weather conditions.
- Create location-specific short links triggered by weather alerts.
- Personalize marketing URLs with weather-based promotional content.
- Track click-through rates based on different weather scenarios.
- Schedule social media posts with shortened links based on forecasts.
What Bitly features work best within Latenode workflows?
Latenode unlocks Bitly’s link shortening and analytics. Use them to track clicks, customize links, and optimize marketing campaigns with real-time data.
Are there any limitations to the Bitly and Open Weather integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by Bitly and Open Weather may affect high-volume workflows.
- Advanced Open Weather data requiring paid subscriptions is not directly accessible.
- Custom Bitly domains require appropriate configuration outside of Latenode.