How to connect Instantly and OpenAI Responses
Create a New Scenario to Connect Instantly and OpenAI Responses
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 Instantly, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Instantly or OpenAI Responses will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Instantly or OpenAI Responses, 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 OpenAI Responses Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Instantly node, select OpenAI Responses from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within OpenAI Responses.

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Authenticate OpenAI Responses
Now, click the OpenAI Responses node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your OpenAI Responses settings. Authentication allows you to use OpenAI Responses through Latenode.
Configure the Instantly and OpenAI Responses 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 OpenAI Responses 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 Instantly, OpenAI Responses, 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 Instantly and OpenAI Responses integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Instantly and OpenAI Responses (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 OpenAI Responses
Instantly + OpenAI Responses + Slack: When a new lead is created in Instantly, send the lead information to OpenAI for summarization. Then, post the summarized insights to a designated Slack channel for the sales team to review.
OpenAI Responses + Instantly + Google Sheets: When OpenAI generates a response, log this response as a new lead in Instantly. Subsequently, save the response data to a Google Sheets spreadsheet for tracking and analysis.
Instantly and OpenAI Responses integration alternatives
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 β all without per-step pricing limits.
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About OpenAI Responses
Need AI-powered text generation? Use OpenAI Responses in Latenode to automate content creation, sentiment analysis, and data enrichment directly within your workflows. Streamline tasks like generating product descriptions or classifying customer feedback. Latenode lets you chain AI tasks with other services, adding logic and routing based on results β all without code.
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FAQ Instantly and OpenAI Responses
How can I connect my Instantly account to OpenAI Responses using Latenode?
To connect your Instantly account to OpenAI Responses 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 OpenAI Responses accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically personalize cold emails with AI?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor makes it easy to trigger OpenAI Responses to personalize emails based on Instantly lead data, creating targeted outreach campaigns. Boost engagement with intelligent, automated personalization.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Instantly with OpenAI Responses?
Integrating Instantly with OpenAI Responses allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Generate personalized icebreakers for cold emails using AI.
- Automatically categorize leads based on OpenAI-analyzed data.
- Create follow-up sequences with AI-generated content.
- Refine lead scoring using AI analysis of publicly available information.
- Summarize lead information extracted with Instantly, using AI.
Can I use Javascript to further customize my Instantly + OpenAI workflows?
Yes! Latenode allows you to add custom JavaScript code to manipulate data and extend the integration beyond standard functionality.
Are there any limitations to the Instantly and OpenAI Responses integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits from Instantly and OpenAI Responses still apply.
- Complex prompt engineering in OpenAI Responses may require more advanced configuration.
- Large-scale data processing might require optimization for performance.