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

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


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Configure the Intercom
Click on the Intercom node to configure it. You can modify the Intercom 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 Intercom 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 Intercom 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 Intercom 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 Intercom, 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 Intercom and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Intercom 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 Intercom and Captions
Intercom + Captions + Slack: When a new reply is received in Intercom, check if it contains a video link. If it does, generate captions using Captions, and post the transcript to a dedicated Slack channel for team review.
Intercom + Captions + Google Drive: When a new reply is received in Intercom, check if it contains a video. If so, generate captions with Captions, and then save the generated caption file to a specified folder in Google Drive for archival purposes.
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About Intercom
Integrate Intercom with Latenode to automate customer support and engagement. Trigger workflows based on Intercom events to update CRMs, send personalized emails, or escalate issues. Latenode’s visual editor and flexible logic let you build custom support automation that adapts to your business needs, without complex coding or per-step fees.
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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 Intercom and Captions
How can I connect my Intercom account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Intercom account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Intercom and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Intercom and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically transcribe Intercom call recordings to Captions?
Yes, you can! With Latenode, automate the transcription of Intercom call recordings directly to Captions, saving time and improving accessibility with custom workflows.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Intercom with Captions?
Integrating Intercom with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically generating captions for Intercom video messages.
- Creating summaries of Intercom conversations using Captions’ AI.
- Syncing customer feedback from Intercom to Captions for analysis.
- Triggering Captions workflows based on Intercom conversation status.
- Adding Intercom user data to Captions contact lists automatically.
Can I use JavaScript functions within my Intercom Latenode automations?
Yes! Latenode enables you to use JavaScript code in your Intercom automations, adding powerful data transformation and custom logic options.
Are there any limitations to the Intercom and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by Intercom and Captions APIs may affect performance.
- Complex data transformations might require advanced JavaScript coding.
- Support for certain niche Captions features might be initially limited.