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

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


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Add the YouTube Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Linear node, select YouTube from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within YouTube.


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Authenticate YouTube
Now, click the YouTube node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your YouTube settings. Authentication allows you to use YouTube through Latenode.
Configure the Linear and YouTube 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 Linear and YouTube 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 Linear, YouTube, 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 Linear and YouTube integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Linear and YouTube (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Linear and YouTube
Linear + YouTube + Slack: When a new feature request is created in Linear, search for related tutorials on YouTube using keywords from the issue title, and then post the video links to a dedicated Slack channel.
YouTube + Linear + Discord bot: If a YouTube video receives a new comment, analyze the comment for negative sentiment. If the sentiment is significantly negative, create a bug report in Linear and notify the team via a Discord channel.
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About Linear
Connect Linear to Latenode for automated issue tracking. Streamline bug reporting from various sources. Automatically create Linear issues from form submissions or customer support tickets. Update issue statuses based on events in other systems like Git or CI/CD pipelines, all within a scalable, low-code workflow.
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Automate YouTube content management. Use Latenode to monitor channels for new uploads, extract video metadata, and trigger actions in other apps. Great for social listening, competitor analysis, and content syndication. Reduce manual work, respond faster, and keep your workflows streamlined via Latenode's visual builder.
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FAQ Linear and YouTube
How can I connect my Linear account to YouTube using Latenode?
To connect your Linear account to YouTube on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Linear and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Linear and YouTube accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I get Linear tickets when a YouTube video is published?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor and advanced logic let you automatically create Linear issues from YouTube uploads. Track content feedback and bugs easily.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Linear with YouTube?
Integrating Linear with YouTube allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create Linear issues for new YouTube video comments.
- Update Linear issues when a YouTube video gets a certain view count.
- Post YouTube video updates to Linear as issue comments.
- Generate video scripts from Linear issue descriptions using AI.
- Archive Linear issues when associated YouTube content is removed.
How does Latenode handle Linear API rate limits when creating many issues?
Latenode automatically manages rate limits and offers advanced error handling, ensuring smooth Linear issue creation even with high YouTube traffic volume.
Are there any limitations to the Linear and YouTube integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex workflows with many steps may require more processing time.
- Some advanced YouTube API features may not be directly supported.
- Rate limits on the Linear or YouTube APIs can affect workflow speed.