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

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


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


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Authenticate Circle
Now, click the Circle node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Circle settings. Authentication allows you to use Circle through Latenode.
Configure the Formstack and Circle 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 Formstack and Circle 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 Formstack, Circle, 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 Formstack and Circle integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Formstack and Circle (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Formstack and Circle
Formstack + Circle + Slack: When a new form submission is received in Formstack, a welcome message is sent to the user in Circle, and the team is notified via Slack to acknowledge the new submission.
Circle + Formstack + Google Sheets: When a new post is created in Circle, a new form submission is created in Formstack to log the post details, and the information is saved to Google Sheets for tracking and analysis.
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About Formstack
Use Formstack with Latenode to capture data via forms and automatically trigger workflows. Update databases, send notifications, or create documents based on submissions. Latenode adds logic, routing, and integrations to scale Formstack beyond simple data collection with visual tools and custom code.
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About Circle
Use Circle in Latenode to build thriving online communities. Automate member onboarding, content moderation, and engagement tracking. Trigger workflows based on Circle events, syncing data with CRMs or email tools. Scale community management without manual overhead, using Latenode’s no-code tools and custom logic.
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FAQ Formstack and Circle
How can I connect my Formstack account to Circle using Latenode?
To connect your Formstack account to Circle on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Formstack and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Formstack and Circle accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically add new Formstack submissions to Circle?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor allows you to easily create workflows that automatically add new Formstack submissions as members in Circle, saving you time and improving community engagement.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Formstack with Circle?
Integrating Formstack with Circle allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically adding new Formstack respondents to a Circle community.
- Triggering Circle announcements based on specific Formstack submissions.
- Updating Circle user profiles with data collected from Formstack forms.
- Sending customized welcome messages in Circle upon Formstack submission.
- Segmenting Circle members into groups based on Formstack survey responses.
HowsecureisFormstackdatamovedthroughLatenode?
Latenode employs robust encryption and security protocols to ensure the safe transfer of your Formstack data during all integration processes.
Are there any limitations to the Formstack and Circle integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex conditional logic may require JavaScript coding within Latenode.
- Rate limits imposed by Formstack and Circle APIs can affect high-volume workflows.
- Real-time synchronization depends on the polling intervals set in the workflow.