How to connect Contacts+ and Creatomate
Create a New Scenario to Connect Contacts+ and Creatomate
In the workspace, click the βCreate New Scenarioβ button.

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

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


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


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Authenticate Creatomate
Now, click the Creatomate node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Creatomate settings. Authentication allows you to use Creatomate through Latenode.
Configure the Contacts+ and Creatomate 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 Contacts+ and Creatomate 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 donβt 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 Contacts+, Creatomate, and any additional nodes, donβt 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 βRun onceβ and triggering an event to check if the Contacts+ and Creatomate integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Contacts+ and Creatomate (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Contacts+ and Creatomate
Contacts+ + Creatomate + Google Sheets: When a new contact is added in Contacts+, a personalized video is generated using Creatomate. The details of the generated video, including the render ID and status, are then logged in a Google Sheets spreadsheet.
Creatomate + Contacts+ + Mailchimp: When a new render is completed in Creatomate, the video is sent to contacts via Mailchimp, and the engagement data (e.g., opens, clicks) from Mailchimp campaigns is then used to update the contact information in Contacts+.
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About Contacts+
Use Contacts+ in Latenode to centralize contact data across platforms. Automate cleaning, deduplication, and enrichment processes. Sync updated contact details to your CRM or marketing tools. Latenode lets you build flexible flows and custom logic to manage contacts more efficiently and without manual data entry.
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Automate video creation with Creatomate in Latenode. Generate personalized videos from data: product demos, social media content, or reports. Connect Creatomate to any data source and automate complex workflows with Latenode's visual editor, JavaScript support, and flexible API. Scale video production without manual effort.
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FAQ Contacts+ and Creatomate
How can I connect my Contacts+ account to Creatomate using Latenode?
To connect your Contacts+ account to Creatomate on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Contacts+ and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Contacts+ and Creatomate accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate video creation for new Contacts+ contacts?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you trigger Creatomate video renders whenever a new contact is added, personalizing content at scale with no-code ease and advanced logic.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Contacts+ with Creatomate?
Integrating Contacts+ with Creatomate allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically generate personalized birthday videos for contacts.
- Create welcome videos when new contacts are added.
- Update contact records with links to generated Creatomate videos.
- Send video-based newsletters using contact data.
- Generate dynamic video ads based on contact attributes.
How can I filter Contacts+ contacts before sending data to Creatomate?
Latenode lets you use advanced logic to filter contacts based on custom criteria, ensuring only relevant data triggers Creatomate video creation.
Are there any limitations to the Contacts+ and Creatomate integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex Creatomate templates may require more processing time.
- API rate limits for Contacts+ and Creatomate apply.
- Custom JavaScript code execution has resource constraints.