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

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

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

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Authenticate Fauna
Now, click the Fauna node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Fauna settings. Authentication allows you to use Fauna through Latenode.
Configure the FreshBooks and Fauna 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 FreshBooks and Fauna 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 FreshBooks, Fauna, 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 FreshBooks and Fauna integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between FreshBooks and Fauna (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect FreshBooks and Fauna
FreshBooks + Fauna + Slack: When a new invoice is created in FreshBooks, log the invoice details in Fauna using an FQL query, and then notify a Slack channel about the new invoice.
FreshBooks + Fauna + Google Sheets: When a new invoice is created in FreshBooks, log the invoice details in Fauna. Subsequently, add a new row in a Google Sheet to track invoice payments.
FreshBooks and Fauna integration alternatives
About FreshBooks
Connect FreshBooks to Latenode to automate invoice creation and payment tracking. Trigger actions in other apps (CRM, email) based on FreshBooks events. Centralize accounting data into workflows, use AI to analyze spendings, and get custom notifications – all automated with Latenode's flexible, no-code visual builder.
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About Fauna
Use Fauna in Latenode to build scalable, globally distributed data workflows. Automate user authentication or financial data handling with Fauna's ACID compliance. Integrate it into visual flows for real-time updates and simplified data consistency across all your connected apps.
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FAQ FreshBooks and Fauna
How can I connect my FreshBooks account to Fauna using Latenode?
To connect your FreshBooks account to Fauna on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select FreshBooks and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your FreshBooks and Fauna accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate invoice data backup to Fauna?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate backups via scheduled workflows, ensuring data safety and compliance. Plus, you can easily transform invoice data with built-in JavaScript steps before storing it.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating FreshBooks with Fauna?
Integrating FreshBooks with Fauna allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically backing up FreshBooks invoices to a Fauna database.
- Creating custom reports combining financial and operational data.
- Triggering actions in Fauna based on new payments in FreshBooks.
- Synchronizing customer data between FreshBooks and Fauna collections.
- Auditing changes to FreshBooks data and logging them in Fauna.
How secure is my FreshBooks data when using Latenode?
Latenode employs robust encryption and security measures to protect your data during transit and storage, ensuring only authorized access.
Are there any limitations to the FreshBooks and Fauna integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time synchronization depends on API rate limits.
- Complex data transformations may require custom JavaScript code.
- Fauna free tier limitations will affect data storage capacity.