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

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

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

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Authenticate Discourse
Now, click the Discourse node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Discourse settings. Authentication allows you to use Discourse through Latenode.
Configure the Facebook Pages and Discourse 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 Facebook Pages and Discourse 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 Facebook Pages, Discourse, 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 Facebook Pages and Discourse integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Facebook Pages and Discourse (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Facebook Pages and Discourse
Facebook Pages + Discourse + Slack: When a new post is added to a Facebook Page, a new topic is created in a Discourse forum, and a notification message is sent to a dedicated Slack channel.
Discourse + Facebook Pages + Twitter: When a new topic is created in a Discourse forum, a post is created on a Facebook page.
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About Facebook Pages
Automate Facebook Page management within Latenode workflows. Automatically post content, track engagement, and respond to comments using no-code tools. Integrate with other apps to build social media automation pipelines. Unlike standalone tools, Latenode lets you customize flows with JavaScript and scale easily, paying only for execution time.
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Integrate Discourse with Latenode to automate community management. Trigger actions based on new topics or replies. Automatically analyze sentiment, flag urgent issues, and update your CRM. Build custom moderation flows with Latenode's no-code tools, AI nodes, and flexible JavaScript functions, scaling support without manual effort.
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FAQ Facebook Pages and Discourse
How can I connect my Facebook Pages account to Discourse using Latenode?
To connect your Facebook Pages account to Discourse on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Facebook Pages and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Facebook Pages and Discourse accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically post Facebook Page updates to Discourse?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables this with a visual workflow. No coding is required to automatically create Discourse topics from new Facebook Page posts, saving you time.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Facebook Pages with Discourse?
Integrating Facebook Pages with Discourse allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically create Discourse topics from new Facebook Page posts
- Share Discourse discussions to a Facebook Page for broader reach
- Monitor Facebook Page comments and create related Discourse threads
- Sync Facebook Page events with Discourse calendar
- Track sentiment on Facebook Page and alert Discourse moderators
Can Latenode handle large volumes of Facebook Page data?
Yes, Latenode is designed to scale. Efficient data handling ensures reliable automation, even with high volumes of Facebook Page activity.
Are there any limitations to the Facebook Pages and Discourse integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Historical data migration is not directly supported.
- Advanced formatting from Facebook Pages may not perfectly transfer.
- Rate limits of the Facebook API apply to high-volume workflows.