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

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


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


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Authenticate Instantly
Now, click the Instantly node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Instantly settings. Authentication allows you to use Instantly through Latenode.
Configure the Mailgun and Instantly 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 Mailgun and Instantly 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 Mailgun, Instantly, 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 Mailgun and Instantly integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Mailgun and Instantly (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Mailgun and Instantly
Mailgun + Instantly + Google Sheets: When a new email is sent via Mailgun using Instantly, the automation logs the sending event in Google Sheets, capturing details for performance tracking and reporting.
Instantly + Mailgun + Slack: When an email campaign in Instantly experiences a bounce, a Mailgun email is sent to the administrator, and a Slack notification alerts them to investigate the email list quality.
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About Mailgun
Use Mailgun in Latenode to automate email sending within your workflows. Trigger emails based on data changes, form submissions, or scheduled events. Latenode lets you filter, format, and personalize messages using data from other apps, creating dynamic campaigns and notifications without complex coding. Scale your outreach affordably by paying only for execution time.
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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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FAQ Mailgun and Instantly
How can I connect my Mailgun account to Instantly using Latenode?
To connect your Mailgun account to Instantly on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Mailgun and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Mailgun and Instantly accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically add new Mailgun subscribers to Instantly?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate this with a visual workflow. Benefit: seamlessly grow your Instantly lists with every new Mailgun subscription.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Mailgun with Instantly?
Integrating Mailgun with Instantly allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically adding new Mailgun subscribers to an Instantly campaign.
- Triggering personalized email sequences in Instantly after a Mailgun event.
- Updating Instantly contact properties based on Mailgun engagement.
- Creating Instantly leads from new Mailgun form submissions.
- Sending Mailgun alerts when Instantly campaigns reach a specific goal.
How does Latenode handle bounced emails reported by Mailgun?
Latenode can automatically update subscriber status in Instantly upon a Mailgun bounce, ensuring list hygiene and improved deliverability.
Are there any limitations to the Mailgun and Instantly integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time data synchronization depends on the API request limits of both apps.
- Complex data transformations may require JavaScript knowledge.
- Attachment handling from Mailgun may need custom parsing.