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

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

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

Creatomate
⚙
Shippo
Authenticate Shippo
Now, click the Shippo node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Shippo settings. Authentication allows you to use Shippo through Latenode.
Configure the Creatomate and Shippo 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 Creatomate and Shippo 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.

JavaScript
⚙
AI Anthropic Claude 3
⚙
Shippo
Trigger on Webhook
⚙
Creatomate
⚙
⚙
Iterator
⚙
Webhook response
Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Creatomate, Shippo, 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 Creatomate and Shippo integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Creatomate and Shippo (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Creatomate and Shippo
Shopify + Creatomate + Shippo: When a new order is placed in Shopify, Creatomate renders a packing slip video. Shippo then creates a shipment order based on the Shopify order details for fulfillment.
Shippo + Creatomate + Slack: When a new shipping label is created in Shippo, Creatomate generates a tracking video. The video is then shared in a specified Slack channel to keep the team updated.
Creatomate and Shippo integration alternatives
About Creatomate
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.
Related categories
About Shippo
Connect Shippo to Latenode and automate shipping tasks. Create workflows that trigger label generation or shipment tracking updates based on order events. Combine Shippo with other apps to streamline fulfillment, inventory, and customer notifications, all visually and without code, scaling affordably.
Similar apps
Related categories
See how Latenode works
FAQ Creatomate and Shippo
How can I connect my Creatomate account to Shippo using Latenode?
To connect your Creatomate account to Shippo on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Creatomate and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Creatomate and Shippo accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate personalized video creation with shipping label generation?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables seamless automation of Creatomate video creation based on Shippo shipping data. This improves customer experience with personalized shipment updates.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Creatomate with Shippo?
Integrating Creatomate with Shippo allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically generating shipping labels after a video project renders.
- Creating personalized video updates triggered by shipment status changes.
- Sending customized thank you videos with tracking information.
- Generating video reports of shipping performance metrics.
- Automating address verification videos using Creatomate templates.
What Creatomate template formats does Latenode support for automation?
Latenode supports all Creatomate template formats, including video, image, and audio, allowing for flexible automation options.
Are there any limitations to the Creatomate and Shippo integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time video updates depend on Creatomate’s rendering speed.
- Complex video logic may require JavaScript code blocks.
- High-volume video generation can impact workflow performance.