How to connect Cloudinary and Zendesk
Create a New Scenario to Connect Cloudinary and Zendesk
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 Zendesk will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Cloudinary or Zendesk, 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 Zendesk Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Cloudinary node, select Zendesk from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Zendesk.


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Authenticate Zendesk
Now, click the Zendesk node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Zendesk settings. Authentication allows you to use Zendesk through Latenode.
Configure the Cloudinary and Zendesk 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 Zendesk 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, Zendesk, 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 Zendesk integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Cloudinary and Zendesk (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 Zendesk
Cloudinary + Zendesk + Slack: When a new image is uploaded to Cloudinary, the automation searches for a Zendesk ticket containing the image's tag. If found, it posts the image URL and ticket details to a dedicated Slack channel for support review.
Zendesk + Cloudinary + Google Drive: When a ticket is updated in Zendesk, any attached file is uploaded to Cloudinary. Then, all attachments from the Zendesk ticket are backed up to a specified folder in Google Drive.
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About Cloudinary
Automate image and video optimization with Cloudinary in Latenode. Resize, convert, and deliver media assets based on triggers or data from any app. Streamline content workflows by integrating Cloudinary’s powerful transformations directly into your automated processes, reducing manual work. Scale efficiently and pay only for execution time.
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Automate Zendesk ticket management within Latenode. Update tickets based on external events, route requests using AI, and sync data across platforms. Close the loop between support and other systems using visual flows, JavaScript, and webhooks—reducing manual work.
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FAQ Cloudinary and Zendesk
How can I connect my Cloudinary account to Zendesk using Latenode?
To connect your Cloudinary account to Zendesk 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 Zendesk accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically update Zendesk tickets with Cloudinary image URLs?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables this through visual workflows. Easily update Zendesk tickets with image links managed in Cloudinary, streamlining support and providing rich media context.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Cloudinary with Zendesk?
Integrating Cloudinary with Zendesk allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically uploading attachments from Zendesk tickets to Cloudinary.
- Adding Cloudinary URLs to Zendesk tickets as internal notes.
- Updating Cloudinary image metadata based on Zendesk ticket data.
- Triggering image transformations in Cloudinary from new Zendesk tickets.
- Generating personalized image previews in Zendesk based on user data.
How does Latenode handle Cloudinary API rate limits with Zendesk automations?
Latenode intelligently manages API calls to both Cloudinary and Zendesk. Its queue system and error handling prevent exceeding rate limits and ensure reliable workflow execution.
Are there any limitations to the Cloudinary and Zendesk integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex transformations within Cloudinary might require custom JavaScript code.
- Real-time synchronization of very large media files may experience delays.
- Certain advanced Cloudinary features may not have dedicated Latenode blocks.