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

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

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

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Authenticate Firecrawl
Now, click the Firecrawl node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Firecrawl settings. Authentication allows you to use Firecrawl through Latenode.
Configure the Motion and Firecrawl 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 Motion and Firecrawl 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 Motion, Firecrawl, 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 Motion and Firecrawl integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Motion and Firecrawl (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Motion and Firecrawl
Firecrawl + Google Sheets: When Firecrawl completes a website crawl, the results, specifically keyword rankings, are extracted and added as a new row to a Google Sheet for tracking and analysis.
Firecrawl + Motion + Slack: When Firecrawl detects a website error after crawling, a task is created in Motion to address the error, and a notification is sent to the web development team in Slack.
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About Motion
Use Motion in Latenode to auto-schedule tasks and projects based on real-time data. Trigger Motion updates from other apps, or update other tools when Motion tasks change. Connect it to your CRM or calendar, and automate team workflows. The low-code editor simplifies customization, ensuring tasks are prioritized and deadlines are met across all platforms.
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About Firecrawl
Use Firecrawl in Latenode to extract structured data from websites at scale. Monitor product prices, track competitors, or collect research data automatically. Unlike standalone scrapers, Latenode lets you integrate scraped data into complex workflows with custom logic and direct API connections, all without code.
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FAQ Motion and Firecrawl
How can I connect my Motion account to Firecrawl using Latenode?
To connect your Motion account to Firecrawl on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Motion and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Motion and Firecrawl accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate lead capture from Firecrawl to Motion tasks?
Yes, absolutely! Latenode enables seamless data transfer, triggering Motion tasks directly from Firecrawl leads. Automate with no-code or enhance with custom JavaScript for advanced filtering.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Motion with Firecrawl?
Integrating Motion with Firecrawl allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating tasks in Motion from new Firecrawl project findings.
- Updating Motion tasks with the latest SEO metrics gathered by Firecrawl.
- Generating project reports combining Motion task data and Firecrawl data.
- Triggering Firecrawl scans based on task completion in Motion.
- Sending notifications to team channels based on combined Motion and Firecrawl triggers.
WhatMotionrelatedactionsarepossiblewithinLatenodeworkflows?
Within Latenode, you can automate task creation, assignment, status updates, and deadline adjustments in Motion using data from various sources, streamlining project management.
Are there any limitations to the Motion and Firecrawl integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time data synchronization depends on the API rate limits of both Motion and Firecrawl.
- Advanced filtering options in Firecrawl may require custom JavaScript code.
- Complex workflows involving large data sets might require more processing time on Latenode.