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

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


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


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Authenticate Motion
Now, click the Motion node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Motion settings. Authentication allows you to use Motion through Latenode.
Configure the Cloudinary and Motion 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 Cloudinary and Motion 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 Cloudinary, Motion, 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 Cloudinary and Motion integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Cloudinary and Motion (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Cloudinary and Motion
Motion + Cloudinary + Slack: When Motion detects activity (Task Events), it triggers the upload of captured footage to Cloudinary. Once the footage is uploaded (New Uploaded Resource), a notification is sent to a designated Slack channel to alert security personnel.
Motion + Cloudinary + Google Drive: Motion detects activity (Task Events), uploads the corresponding footage to Cloudinary (Upload Resource), and then backs up the uploaded footage to Google Drive (Upload File).
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Use Motion in Latenode to auto-schedule tasks and projects based on real-time data. Trigger Motion updates from other apps, or update other tools when Motion tasks change. Connect it to your CRM or calendar, and automate team workflows. The low-code editor simplifies customization, ensuring tasks are prioritized and deadlines are met across all platforms.
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FAQ Cloudinary and Motion
How can I connect my Cloudinary account to Motion using Latenode?
To connect your Cloudinary account to Motion on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Cloudinary and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Cloudinary and Motion accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically optimize Motion videos using Cloudinary?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables seamless automation. Trigger Cloudinary's optimization upon Motion video creation, saving storage and bandwidth with zero code.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Cloudinary with Motion?
Integrating Cloudinary with Motion allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically upload new Motion videos to Cloudinary for optimized delivery.
- Trigger Motion project updates when new assets are added to Cloudinary.
- Generate and store video thumbnails in Cloudinary from Motion projects.
- Synchronize media assets between Cloudinary folders and Motion projects.
- Use AI in Latenode to analyze videos stored in Cloudinary, triggering actions in Motion.
How does Latenode handle large Cloudinary files during automation?
Latenode uses efficient streaming and background processing to handle large files, ensuring automations run smoothly without performance issues.
Are there any limitations to the Cloudinary and Motion integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex video editing functionalities within Motion are not directly scriptable.
- Real-time synchronization of very large media libraries might experience delays.
- Some advanced Cloudinary transformation features require custom JavaScript code.