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

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


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


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Authenticate Formstack
Now, click the Formstack node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Formstack settings. Authentication allows you to use Formstack through Latenode.
Configure the Google contacts and Formstack 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 contacts and Formstack 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 contacts, Formstack, 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 contacts and Formstack integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google contacts and Formstack (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Google contacts and Formstack
Formstack + Google contacts + Google Sheets: When a new form submission is received in Formstack, the automation creates or updates a contact in Google Contacts with the information provided in the form and then logs the submission details in a Google Sheet.
Formstack + Google contacts + Mailchimp: When a new form submission is received, this automation flow will create or update a contact in Google Contacts and then subscribe that contact to a specific list in Mailchimp.
Google contacts and Formstack integration alternatives

About Google contacts
Sync Google Contacts with Latenode to automate contact management. Update records, trigger follow-ups, or enrich profiles based on events in other apps. Avoid manual data entry; use Latenode’s visual builder to create flows that sync contacts across your marketing and sales tools, adding custom logic without coding.
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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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FAQ Google contacts and Formstack
How can I connect my Google contacts account to Formstack using Latenode?
To connect your Google contacts account to Formstack on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google contacts and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google contacts and Formstack accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I update contacts from new form submissions?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows instant updates to Google contacts from new Formstack submissions. Benefit from real-time data sync and automated contact management.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google contacts with Formstack?
Integrating Google contacts with Formstack allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create new Google contacts from Formstack submissions.
- Update existing Google contacts with new data from Formstack.
- Trigger Formstack submissions when a new Google contact is added.
- Segment Google contacts based on Formstack form responses.
- Send personalized emails to Google contacts using Formstack data.
Can I filter contacts before updating them in Google contacts?
Yes, Latenode lets you filter Formstack data based on specific criteria before updating your Google contacts, ensuring data accuracy.
Are there any limitations to the Google contacts and Formstack integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by Google contacts and Formstack APIs.
- Complex data transformations may require JavaScript knowledge.
- Large-scale data migrations may require optimization for performance.