How to connect FreshBooks and Shippo
Create a New Scenario to Connect FreshBooks and Shippo
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 FreshBooks, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, FreshBooks or Shippo will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find FreshBooks or Shippo, 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 Shippo Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the FreshBooks node, select Shippo from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Shippo.

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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 FreshBooks 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 FreshBooks 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 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 FreshBooks, Shippo, 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 FreshBooks and Shippo integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between FreshBooks 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 FreshBooks and Shippo
FreshBooks + Shippo + Slack: When a new invoice is created in FreshBooks, create an order in Shippo to prepare for shipment and then notify a Slack channel about the new order.
Shippo + FreshBooks + Shopify: When a new shipping label is created in Shippo, find the corresponding invoice in FreshBooks, and update the order status in Shopify.
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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 β all automated with Latenode's flexible, no-code visual builder.
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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.
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FAQ FreshBooks and Shippo
How can I connect my FreshBooks account to Shippo using Latenode?
To connect your FreshBooks account to Shippo 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 Shippo accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create Shippo shipments from new FreshBooks invoices?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate shipment creation, saving time and reducing errors. Use our visual editor to link new invoices to instant shipment labels.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating FreshBooks with Shippo?
Integrating FreshBooks with Shippo allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically create Shippo shipments when a FreshBooks invoice is marked as paid.
- Update FreshBooks invoices with Shippo tracking information.
- Generate shipping labels for new clients added to FreshBooks.
- Send shipping notifications to clients based on Shippo shipment updates.
- Consolidate shipping costs from Shippo into FreshBooks expense reports.
How easily can I handle complex shipping logic with FreshBooks data?
Latenode allows using JavaScript blocks for custom logic and data transformations, making complex shipping rules easy to implement and manage.
Are there any limitations to the FreshBooks and Shippo integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time data synchronization depends on the API rate limits of FreshBooks and Shippo.
- Advanced customisations might require JavaScript coding knowledge.
- Complex workflows with high volumes of data may require a paid Latenode plan.