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

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


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


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Authenticate Inoreader
Now, click the Inoreader node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Inoreader settings. Authentication allows you to use Inoreader through Latenode.
Configure the Help Scout and Inoreader 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 Help Scout and Inoreader 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 Help Scout, Inoreader, 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 Help Scout and Inoreader integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Help Scout and Inoreader (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Help Scout and Inoreader
Help Scout + Slack: When a new conversation is started in Help Scout, post a message to a designated Slack channel to keep agents informed of incoming support requests.
Inoreader + Help Scout + Google Sheets: Track articles from Inoreader in Help Scout and log data into Google Sheets. This flow monitors Inoreader for specific articles, then updates a Help Scout conversation and saves the information to Google Sheets for future analysis.
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About Help Scout
Automate Help Scout within Latenode to streamline support workflows. Automatically escalate urgent tickets, update customer profiles, and trigger proactive outreach based on support interactions. Centralize Help Scout data with other systems in visual workflows. Use AI and scripting for advanced routing or analysis.
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About Inoreader
Aggregate and filter news feeds in Inoreader, then use Latenode to automate actions based on specific articles. Trigger alerts, update databases, or post to social media directly from your curated content. Use Latenode's visual editor and JavaScript node to refine filtering and formatting rules far beyond Inoreader's native options.
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FAQ Help Scout and Inoreader
How can I connect my Help Scout account to Inoreader using Latenode?
To connect your Help Scout account to Inoreader on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Help Scout and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Help Scout and Inoreader accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically save new Help Scout conversations to Inoreader?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows real-time saving of Help Scout conversations to Inoreader. Benefit from instant information aggregation and streamlined knowledge management across platforms.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Help Scout with Inoreader?
Integrating Help Scout with Inoreader allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Creating Inoreader articles from new Help Scout conversation summaries.
- Adding new Help Scout customer IDs to Inoreader tag filters.
- Posting Help Scout conversation updates to a dedicated Inoreader feed.
- Triggering Help Scout actions when specific articles are saved in Inoreader.
- Sending Inoreader article metrics to Help Scout customer profiles.
How can I use JavaScript with my Help Scout integration?
Latenode allows using JavaScript to transform Help Scout data or apply custom logic. This enhances integration capabilities beyond standard no-code options.
Are there any limitations to the Help Scout and Inoreader integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex data transformations may require custom JavaScript code.
- Rate limits of the Help Scout and Inoreader APIs may apply.
- Historical data migration requires a separate workflow.