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A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New or Updated Custom Object Record" from ActiveCampaign.
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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Items to Existing Sales Invoice" in Xero.
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Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Triggers when an automation sends out webhook data. To add a webhook in ActiveCampaign, navigate to your Automations section, add or edit an automation, and create a new "Webhook" action.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Item Code
Required
Name
Required
Description
Is Sold
Required
Sales Unit Price
Sales Account
Sales Tax Type
Is Purchased
Required
Purchase Description
Purchase Unit Price
Purchase Account
Purchase Tax Type
Is Tracked
Required
Inventory Asset Account
Cost of Goods Sold Account
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Transaction_type
Required
Contact
Required
Bank Account
Required
Date
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact Name
Required
Account_number
Sales Default Account Code
Purchases Default Account Code
Contact Requirements
Primary Person - First Name
Primary Person - Last Name
Primary Person - Email
Secondary Person - First Name
Secondary Person - Last Name
Secondary Person - Email
Include secondary person in emails sent to contact?
Phone - Country Code
Phone - Area Code
Phone Number
Fax - Country Code
Fax - Area Code
Fax - Number
Mobile - Country Code
Mobile - Area Code
Mobile - Number
Direct Dial - Country Code
Direct Dial - Area Code
Direct Dial - Number
Address__type_of
Address - Attention
Address - Line 1
Address - Line 2
Address - City/Town
Address - State/Region
Address - Postal/Zip Code
Address - Country
Tax_number
Bank Account Number
Groups
Contact_number
Company_number
Payment Terms - Invoice Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Sales Invoices
Payment Terms - Bill Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Purchase Invoices
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact
Required
Date
Expiry
Quote Number
Reference
Theme
Title
Summary
Currency
Amounts Are
Terms
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Warning_message
Credit Note ID
Required
Allocation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
First Name
Required
Middle Names
Last Name
Required
Date of Birth
Required
Title
Email
Required
Gender
Phone Number
Mobile Number
Twitter Username
Job Title
Classification
Termination Date
Termination Reason
Income Type
Employment Type
Status
CopyEmployment
Employment Basis
Start Date
Payroll Calendar
Employee Group Name
Is Authorised to Approve Leave
Is Authorised to Approve Timesheets
Super Fund
Employee Number
CopyTaxDeclaration
Tax File Number
TFN Exemption Type
Residency Status
Tax Scale Type
Tax Offset Estimated Amount
Upward Variation Tax Withholding Amount
Approved Withholding Variation Percentage
CopyBankAccount
Statement Text
Account Name
BSB Number
Account Number
Remainder
CopyAddress
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City/Suburb
State/Region
Postal Code
Country
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact_name
Required
Email_address
Status
Date
Due_date
Currency
Url
Attachment
Branding_theme
Reference
Line_items_type
Item Code
Description
Quantity
Required
Unit Price
Account
Tax Rate
Tracking
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Document Type
Document ID or Number
Required
Paid To
Required
Date
Currency_rate
Amount
Required
Reference
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Contact (supplier)
Required
Date
Delivery_date
Order Number
Reference
Theme
Currency
Tax_type
Delivery_address
Attention
Telephone
Delivery_instructions
Attachments
Purchase Order Status
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
Employee
Required
First Name
Required
Middle Names
Last Name
Required
Date of Birth
Required
Title
Email
Required
Gender
Phone Number
Mobile Number
Twitter Username
Job Title
Classification
Termination Date
Termination Reason
Income Type
Employment Type
Status
CopyEmployment
Employment Basis
Start Date
Payroll Calendar
Employee Group Name
Is Authorised to Approve Leave
Is Authorised to Approve Timesheets
Super Fund
Employee Number
CopyTaxDeclaration
Tax File Number
TFN Exemption Type
Residency Status
Tax Scale Type
Tax Offset Estimated Amount
Upward Variation Tax Withholding Amount
Approved Withholding Variation Percentage
CopyBankAccount
Statement Text
Account Name
BSB Number
Account Number
Remainder
CopyAddress
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City/Suburb
State/Region
Postal Code
Country
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Quote ID
Required
Quote Number
Status
Contact
Required
Date
Expiry
Reference
Theme
Title
Summary
Currency
Amounts Are
Terms
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Resource type
Required
File
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Email
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search By
Required
Order ID or Number
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Invoice ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Contact Name
Required
Account_number
Sales Default Account Code
Purchases Default Account Code
Contact Requirements
Primary Person - First Name
Primary Person - Last Name
Primary Person - Email
Secondary Person - First Name
Secondary Person - Last Name
Secondary Person - Email
Include secondary person in emails sent to contact?
Phone - Country Code
Phone - Area Code
Phone Number
Fax - Country Code
Fax - Area Code
Fax - Number
Mobile - Country Code
Mobile - Area Code
Mobile - Number
Direct Dial - Country Code
Direct Dial - Area Code
Direct Dial - Number
Address__type_of
Address - Attention
Address - Line 1
Address - Line 2
Address - City/Town
Address - State/Region
Address - Postal/Zip Code
Address - Country
Tax_number
Bank Account Number
Groups
Contact_number
Company_number
Payment Terms - Invoice Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Sales Invoices
Payment Terms - Bill Due (days)
Payment Terms - Type for Purchase Invoices
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search or write
Find existing data in your app, or create a new record if no data is found
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Practical ways you can use ActiveCampaign and Xero
Sync new deals as sales invoices
When a new deal is created in ActiveCampaign, use Zapier to generate a corresponding sales invoice in Xero. This ensures accurate and timely accounting for business owners, minimizing manual entry errors and reducing administrative time.
Automate the process of maintaining audit logs for IT. When a new user is added in ActiveCampaign, use Zapier to create a corresponding contact in Xero. This ensures all user activities are properly tracked and simplifies IT audits.
Zapier helps marketing teams stay on top of bounced emails from campaigns. When a bounce is detected in ActiveCampaign, a notification can be triggered in Slack to alert the team. This minimizes the risk of overlooking email delivery issues and supports higher email deliverability rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions about ActiveCampaign + Xero integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with ActiveCampaign and Xero
How can I integrate ActiveCampaign with Xero using Zapier?
You can integrate ActiveCampaign with Xero by setting up triggers and actions in Zapier. This involves selecting ActiveCampaign as the trigger app and defining an action in Xero or vice versa. For example, when a new contact is added in ActiveCampaign, you can create an invoice in Xero.
What triggers are available for ActiveCampaign when integrating with Xero?
When integrating ActiveCampaign with Xero, you can use triggers such as 'New Contact Added', 'Tag Added to Contact', and 'New Deal Task Created'. These triggers allow you to initiate specific actions in Xero whenever these events occur in ActiveCampaign.
What actions can I perform in Xero from an ActiveCampaign trigger?
From an ActiveCampaign trigger, you can perform various actions in Xero such as creating a new account, adding or updating contacts, generating invoices, or creating payments. These actions automate your workflow by tying specific events in ActiveCampaign to corresponding ones in Xero.
Do I need technical skills to set up the integration between ActiveCampaign and Xero using Zapier?
No technical skills are required to set up this integration. Our user-friendly interface guides you step-by-step through the process of linking triggers and actions between ActiveCampaign and Xero.
Can I update a contact's details automatically in Xero when they are updated in ActiveCampaign?
Yes, you can automatically update a contact's details in Xero using the 'Contact Updated' trigger from ActiveCampaign. This ensures that any changes made to a contact's information are reflected instantly across both platforms.
How often does Zapier check for new data between ActiveCampaign and Xero?
Zapier checks for new data based on your plan level. For most integrations, it polls every 15 minutes; however, if you're on a higher-tier plan, it may check even more frequently. This ensures data between ActiveCampaign and Xero remains up-to-date.
Is it possible to create custom Zaps for unique workflows involving both ActiveCampaign and Xero?
Yes, you can create custom Zaps to cater to unique workflows by selecting specific triggers from either platform that fit your business needs. This allows flexibility not offered by pre-made templates, giving you control over how tasks are automated between the two apps.
About ActiveCampaign
ActiveCampaign is an autonomous marketing platform built to transform how marketers, agencies, and business owners work.
Xero is an accounting app that lets you track businesses expenses and accounting with intuitive mobile apps and web interfaces for point-of-sale, ecommerce, time-tracking, and more.
