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Choose a trigger

A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Company" from Autotask.

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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Notes to a Ticket" in Freshdesk.

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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.

- Help_text
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- Help_text
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New Invoice
Triggers when a new invoice is found.
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- Company
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Polling
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- Opportunity
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Polling
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New Task
Triggers when a new Task is found.
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New Time Entry
Triggers when a new time entry is found.
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Polling
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- Company
- Assigned To Resource
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Polling
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Updated Contact
Triggers when a contact is updated.
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- Company
Trigger
Polling
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Updated Service Call
Triggers when an existing service call is updated (not when created).
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Polling
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- Help_text
- Field
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Create Company
Creates a company.
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- Company
  Required
Action
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Create Ticket Note
Creates a ticket note.
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- Article Category
  Required
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- Opportunity
  Required
Action
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- Project
  Required
Action
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- Company
  Required
Action
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- Opportunity
  Required
Action
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- Task
  Required
Action
Write
- Stop on error
  Required
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Contract ID
- Company Name
Action
Search
- ID
- First Name
- Last Name
- Email Address
- Company
- Country
- Fax Number
- Phone Number
Action
Search
- QuoteName
- QuoteID
Action
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- Country ID
  Required
Action
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- Resource ID
  Required
Action
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New Ticket
Triggers when there is a new ticket is created in Freshdesk.
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New Ticket Note
Triggers when a Note is added to a Ticket.
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Update Contact
Triggers when a user is updated.
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- Name
  Required
- Description
- Notes
- Domains
Action
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- Name
  Required
- Description
Action
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- Subject
  Required
- Email
  Required
- Name
- Type
- Description
  Required
- Priority
- CC Emails
- Responder ID
- Status
- Source
- Group ID
- Product ID
- Tags
- Internal Agent ID
- Due by
- First Response due by
Action
Write
- Ticket ID
- Name of the requester
- Requester ID
- Email address of the requester
- Facebook ID
- Phone
- Twitter ID
- External ID
- Subject
- Type
- Status
- Priority
- Description
- Responder ID
- Due by
- First response due by
- Group ID
- Parent ID
- Product ID
- Source
- Tags
- Company ID
- Internal Agent ID
- Internal Group ID
- Lookup Parameter
Action
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- Email
  Required
Action
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- Company
- Assigned To Resource ID
Trigger
Polling
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New Contact
Triggers when a new contact is found.
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Instant
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- Help_text
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Instant
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New Project
Triggers when a new Project is found.
Trigger
Polling
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New Service Call
Triggers when a new service call is created.
Trigger
Polling
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- Help_text
Trigger
Instant
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- Help_text
Trigger
Instant
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- Help_text
Trigger
Instant
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- Company
Trigger
Polling
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Updated Quote
Triggers when a quote is updated.
Trigger
Polling
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- Project
Trigger
Polling
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- Company
Trigger
Polling
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Create Company To-Do
Creates a new Company To-Do.
Action
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- Company
  Required
Action
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- Name
  Required
- Submitter ID
  Required
- Organizational Level Association ID
- reimbursement Currency Cash Advance Amount
- Reimbursement Currency ID
- The week ending date (YYYY-MM-DD)
  Required
- Status
- Submit
Action
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- Company
  Required
Action
Write
- Quote
  Required
Action
Write
Create Time Entry
Creates a Time Entry.
Action
Write
- Contact
  Required
Action
Write
- Quote
  Required
Action
Write
- Ticket
  Required
Action
Write
- Account ID
- Account Name
Action
Search
- Company Name
- Company ID
Action
Search
- Opportunity Title
- Opportunity ID
Action
Search
- Ticket ID
- Ticket Number
- Title
- Ticket Type
- Created By
- Assigned To
- Completed By
- Company
Action
Search
- Currency ID
  Required
Action
Search
- Company Name
- Company ID
Action
Search or write
New Contact
Triggers when a new customer is created.
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Instant
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Update Ticket
Triggers when a Ticket is updated.
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Instant
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- Ticket No
  Required
- Notes
  Required
- Private
  Required
Action
Write
- Forum Category
  Required
- Name
  Required
- Type
  Required
- Visibility
  Required
- Description
Action
Write
- Forum Category
  Required
- Forum
  Required
- Title
  Required
- Topic Description
  Required
- Sticky
- Locked
Action
Write
- Name
  Required
- Email
  Required
- Address
- Description
- Phone
- Job Title
- Tags
Action
Write
- Api_docs_info
- Stop on error
  Required
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Ticket Id
  Required
Action
Search

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Frequently Asked Questions about Autotask + Freshdesk integrations

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How do I set up a simple integration between Autotask and Freshdesk?

To integrate Autotask with Freshdesk, you will need to use our platform to choose a trigger event in Autotask, such as the creation of a new ticket, and an action event in Freshdesk, such as creating a corresponding ticket. We offer an intuitive interface for mapping fields between the two apps.

Can I synchronize customer records between Autotask and Freshdesk?

Yes, you can sync customer records by setting up triggers like 'New Customer' in Autotask to automatically create or update the same customer record in Freshdesk. This ensures data consistency across both platforms.

What kind of trigger events are available for Autotask?

Autotask offers several triggers such as new task creation, updated tickets, or changes in project status that can be used to automate actions in Freshdesk.

Are there any limitations when integrating Autotask with Freshdesk?

While most features can be integrated seamlessly, complex custom fields or large batch updates might require additional configuration steps. We recommend reviewing our detailed integration guides for specific limitations.

How can I manage escalations between Autotask and Freshdesk?

To handle escalations effectively, set up workflows where critical issues marked in Autotask automatically escalate corresponding tickets in Freshdesk. You can define specific criteria for escalation triggers.

Is it possible to integrate time entries from Autotask into Freshdesk?

Yes, you can map time entries from tasks or tickets in Autotask to log time against the respective tickets within Freshdesk using our platform's action feature.

How can I ensure updates in one platform reflect on the other instantly?

Utilize real-time trigger settings on our platform so that any updates like ticket status changes or project updates are instantly mirrored from one application to the other. Set up immediate response actions for rapid synchronization.

About Autotask

Autotask provides an IT business management solution that combines service desk, CRM, projects, time and expense, billing and more.

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Connect Autotask and Freshdesk to power AI-driven automation

Top companies trust Zapier to automate work that solves their unique business problems—no coding required.

How Zapier works

Choose a trigger

Add your action

You’re connected!

Supported triggers and actions

Use Autotask and Freshdesk with AI agents and code

Connect via Zapier MCP

Call from code with the Zapier SDK

Zapier is the automation platform of choice for 87% of Forbes Cloud 100 companies in 2023

Connect Autotask and Freshdesk to integrate crucial parts of your business

Automate your lead management and improve conversions

Create more impactful campaigns with automation

Provide world-class support with a little help from automation

Automate your way to actionable, up-to-date data

Resolve incidents faster with automation

Learn how to automate Freshdesk on the Zapier blog

Simplify customer support with Zapier's Freshdesk integration

Make work flow with AI

Frequently Asked Questions about Autotask + Freshdesk integrations

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