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

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

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

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Authenticate Captions
Now, click the Captions node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Captions settings. Authentication allows you to use Captions through Latenode.
Configure the Google Analytics and Captions 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 Google Analytics and Captions 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 Google Analytics, Captions, 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 Google Analytics and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Analytics and Captions (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Google Analytics and Captions
Google Analytics + Captions + Slack: When a Google Analytics report indicates a significant traffic spike for a video with captions, a message is sent to a designated Slack channel to notify the marketing team.
Google Analytics + Captions + Email: Weekly, run a Google Analytics report to identify the best-performing videos with captions. Send a summary email containing this data to stakeholders.
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Need accurate, automated captions for videos? Integrate Captions with Latenode to generate and sync subtitles across platforms. Automate video accessibility for marketing, training, or support. Latenode adds scheduling, file handling, and error control to Captions, making scalable captioning workflows simple and efficient.
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FAQ Google Analytics and Captions
How can I connect my Google Analytics account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Google Analytics account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google Analytics and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google Analytics and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I trigger Captions workflows based on Google Analytics events?
Yes! Latenode enables this, using real-time triggers for instant automation. Imagine starting transcriptions when a specific Google Analytics conversion goal is achieved.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Analytics with Captions?
Integrating Google Analytics with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically transcribe videos based on website traffic sources.
- Generate captions for top-performing content using GA metrics.
- Analyze caption engagement data alongside website behavior.
- Create reports combining video views and caption click-through rates.
- Optimize video SEO using data-driven caption improvements.
How do I access Google Analytics dimensions and metrics in Latenode?
Use Latenode’s visual editor to select and map Google Analytics data. The low-code interface simplifies accessing key data points for your workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Google Analytics and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time data availability depends on Google Analytics processing times.
- Complex data transformations may require JavaScript code blocks.
- Captions file size limitations may apply based on your Captions plan.