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Automatically post Dropbox file URLs to a Discord channel

This template watches a Dropbox folder for new files, creates a shared link, and posts that URL in Discord. Use it when a team drops assets in Dropbox and needs the same file visible in a channel.

Connect Dropbox and a Discord bot, pick the folder and the channel, and map the file name plus the shared link into the message. Keep Dropbox and Discord bot credentials on those connections.

Updated Sep 16, 2026Est. run: 10sEst. cost: $0.0006
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Workflow preview

What this template does

  • Posts a Discord message when a new file lands in Dropbox
  • Creates a Dropbox shared link for each new file
  • Sends file name and URL with a Discord bot
  • Keeps Dropbox and Discord bot keys on those connections

How it works

1
Trigger

Watch the Dropbox folder

The scenario starts when a new file appears in the Dropbox folder you choose.

2
Action

Create a shared link

Dropbox creates or updates a shared link for that file.

3
Action

Post to Discord

A Discord bot sends the file name and shared link to the channel you choose.

Setup guide

1

Connect Dropbox

Add a Dropbox connection with access to the folder you want to watch.

2

Connect Discord

Add a Discord bot connection with permission to post in the target channel.

3

Watch files and post the link

Add a Dropbox trigger for new files in that folder. Create or update a shared link, then send a Discord message with the file name and URL.

Requirements

A Dropbox folder Latenode can read
A Discord bot that can send messages in the destination channel

FAQ

Common questions about this template

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