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

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

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

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Authenticate Toggl Track
Now, click the Toggl Track node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Toggl Track settings. Authentication allows you to use Toggl Track through Latenode.
Configure the Google Chat and Toggl Track 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 Chat and Toggl Track 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 Chat, Toggl Track, 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 Chat and Toggl Track integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Chat and Toggl Track (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Google Chat and Toggl Track
Toggl Track + Google Calendar: When a new time entry is created in Toggl Track, a corresponding event is created in Google Calendar to visualize work hours.
Toggl Track + Jira + Google Chat: When a new time entry is created in Toggl Track, the flow checks if the time spent exceeds the estimated time for the associated Jira task. If it does, a message is sent to Google Chat.
Google Chat and Toggl Track integration alternatives
About Google Chat
Use Google Chat in Latenode for automated notifications & alerts. Trigger messages based on events in other apps, like new database entries or payment confirmations. Centralize alerts and status updates across services within a single, scalable Latenode workflow. Add custom logic and AI for smart notifications.
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About Toggl Track
Track time in Toggl Track, then use Latenode to automatically log hours to project management tools or generate invoices. Pull Toggl Track data into reports and dashboards, or trigger notifications based on time entries. Automate billing and project tracking; build custom flows around your Toggl Track data.
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FAQ Google Chat and Toggl Track
How can I connect my Google Chat account to Toggl Track using Latenode?
To connect your Google Chat account to Toggl Track on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google Chat and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google Chat and Toggl Track accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I post Toggl Track time entries to Google Chat?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automatically post Toggl Track entries into Google Chat channels, improving team visibility via no-code or custom JavaScript logic.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Chat with Toggl Track?
Integrating Google Chat with Toggl Track allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Send daily Toggl Track time summaries to a Google Chat channel.
- Trigger Toggl Track timers based on Google Chat commands.
- Post project completion notifications from Toggl Track to Google Chat.
- Create Toggl Track tasks from new messages in Google Chat.
- Alert a Google Chat channel when a Toggl Track timer exceeds a limit.
How secure is my Google Chat data when using Latenode?
Latenode employs industry-standard security measures to protect your Google Chat data, including encryption and secure authentication protocols.
Are there any limitations to the Google Chat and Toggl Track integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Historical data migration between Google Chat and Toggl Track is not supported.
- Complex report generation requires custom JavaScript within Latenode.
- File attachments from Google Chat are not directly transferable to Toggl Track.