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

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

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Configure the Mailhook
Click on the Mailhook node to configure it. You can modify the Mailhook URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Help Scout Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Mailhook node, select Help Scout from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Help Scout.

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Authenticate Help Scout
Now, click the Help Scout node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Help Scout settings. Authentication allows you to use Help Scout through Latenode.
Configure the Mailhook and Help Scout 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 Mailhook and Help Scout 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 Mailhook, Help Scout, 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 Mailhook and Help Scout integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Mailhook and Help Scout (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Mailhook and Help Scout
Mailhook + Help Scout + Slack: When a new email arrives via Mailhook, create a new conversation (ticket) in Help Scout and then send a notification in a Slack channel to alert the team about the new ticket.
Help Scout + Mailhook + Google Sheets: Monitor a Mailhook for updates to Help Scout tickets. Log the details of these updates in a Google Sheet for reporting and tracking purposes.
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About Mailhook
Use Mailhook in Latenode to instantly capture incoming emails and parse their contents into usable data. Trigger workflows on specific email events, like form submissions or order confirmations. Route parsed data to other apps, databases, or AI models for advanced processing. Automate email handling without code and scale as needed.
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About Help Scout
Automate Help Scout within Latenode to streamline support workflows. Automatically escalate urgent tickets, update customer profiles, and trigger proactive outreach based on support interactions. Centralize Help Scout data with other systems in visual workflows. Use AI and scripting for advanced routing or analysis.
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FAQ Mailhook and Help Scout
How can I connect my Mailhook account to Help Scout using Latenode?
To connect your Mailhook account to Help Scout on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Mailhook and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Mailhook and Help Scout accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create Help Scout tickets from Mailhook emails?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you parse emails and automatically create tickets in Help Scout. This ensures all customer inquiries are tracked without manual data entry.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Mailhook with Help Scout?
Integrating Mailhook with Help Scout allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Create new Help Scout tickets from parsed email data.
- Update Help Scout tickets based on email content changes.
- Send automated replies through Help Scout using Mailhook data.
- Add attachments from Mailhook emails to Help Scout tickets.
- Trigger workflows based on Help Scout ticket status changes.
Can I filter Mailhook emails before sending data to Help Scout?
Yes! Latenode lets you filter emails based on sender, subject, or content using advanced logic and even AI-powered content analysis.
Are there any limitations to the Mailhook and Help Scout integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex email parsing might require custom JavaScript code.
- Rate limits of both Mailhook and Help Scout APIs apply.
- Historical data migration requires additional setup steps.