Latenode
Zapier
Basecamp

Automatically schedule Basecamp 3 to-dos with Zapier

This Zapier automation allows users to automatically create new to-do items in Basecamp 3 according to a predefined weekly schedule.

The integration is triggered on a recurring basis, enabling users to set the specific day(s) and time when new to-do items should be generated. This helps teams stay organized and on top of recurring tasks by automating the creation of to-do items in Basecamp 3 without manual intervention.

Updated Apr 2, 2026Est. run: 8sEst. cost: $0.0005
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What this template does

  • Triggers a Zapier automation on a recurring schedule to generate new to-do items in Basecamp 3
  • Allows users to set the specific day(s) and time when new to-do items should be created
  • Automates the process of adding recurring tasks to Basecamp 3 without manual intervention
  • Ensures teams stay organized and on top of recurring tasks by automating to-do item creation
  • Generates a list of new to-do items in Basecamp 3 based on a predefined weekly schedule

How it works

1
Trigger

Weekly Schedule Trigger

The workflow is triggered on a recurring basis according to the user-defined weekly schedule. This allows users to specify the specific day(s) and time when new to-do items should be generated in Basecamp 3.

2
Action

Create To-Do in Basecamp

After the trigger, a new to-do item is created in the specified Basecamp project and to-do list. The to-do item details are based on the user's predefined settings.

3
Logic

Custom Transform

Before creating the to-do item in Basecamp, the workflow prepares and formats the to-do details based on the user's customizations. This ensures the to-do item is properly structured and formatted for Basecamp.

Setup guide

1

Add Basecamp 3 Credential

Add your Basecamp 3 API credential in the Latenode Credentials panel. This allows your workflow to authenticate and access your Basecamp 3 account.

2

Configure Basecamp 3 Node

In the Latenode visual builder, add a Basecamp 3 node. Configure the node to select the Basecamp 3 project and to-do list where you want to create new to-do items.

3

Set Weekly Trigger Schedule

Add a Scheduler node to your workflow and configure it to run on a weekly schedule, selecting the specific day(s) and time when you want new to-do items to be created in Basecamp 3.

4

Map Basecamp 3 To-Do Details

In the Basecamp 3 node settings, map the data fields that should be used to create the new to-do items, such as the to-do title, description, and any other relevant details.

5

Test and Activate Workflow

Test your workflow to ensure it's working as expected, then activate it to start automatically creating new to-do items in Basecamp 3 on your defined weekly schedule.

Requirements

Create a Basecamp 3 account and project
Obtain API access to your Basecamp 3 account
Set up a Zapier account and connect it to your Basecamp 3 project
Configure a recurring Zapier automation to create new to-do items in Basecamp 3 on a weekly schedule

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Common questions about this template

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