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

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

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Configure the Instantly
Click on the Instantly node to configure it. You can modify the Instantly 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 Instantly 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 Instantly 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 Instantly 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 Instantly, 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 Instantly and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Instantly 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 Instantly and Captions
Instantly + Captions + Slack: When a new lead is created in Instantly, and a video caption is generated by Captions for that lead, send a notification to a specified Slack channel.
Captions + Instantly + Google Sheets: When the status of a video generation request changes in Captions, fetch the corresponding lead in Instantly and log the caption information and Instantly lead details into a Google Sheet.
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About Instantly
Use Instantly in Latenode to automate email outreach at scale. Connect Instantly to your CRM, database, or lead sources and build automated sequences based on triggers. Enrich data and route responses using Latenode's visual editor and JS node for custom logic — all without per-step pricing limits.
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About Captions
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 Instantly and Captions
How can I connect my Instantly account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Instantly account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Instantly and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Instantly and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically caption Instantly-sourced video testimonials?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate this, ensuring all your video testimonials have accurate captions—improving accessibility and engagement using AI-powered workflows.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Instantly with Captions?
Integrating Instantly with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically generating captions for all new Instantly video content.
- Syncing Instantly video links to Captions for transcription.
- Adding branded intros/outros via Captions to Instantly outreach videos.
- Triggering caption generation when a lead engages with an Instantly video.
- Batch processing Instantly videos through Captions for translation.
Can I use advanced JavaScript functions with the Instantly Latenode integration?
Yes! Latenode supports custom JavaScript code, letting you manipulate data between Instantly and Captions beyond basic triggers.
Are there any limitations to the Instantly and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex video editing features from Captions may require manual adjustments.
- Real-time captioning isn't supported directly within Instantly via this integration.
- High volumes of video processing might impact workflow execution time.