Integrate Firebase / Firestore with Paystack to automate your work

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1. Choose a Trigger

An event that starts an automation

2. Choose an Action

The event an automation performs after it's triggered

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Select a trigger from Firebase / Firestore

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with Firebase / Firestore, a trigger could be "New Child Object in a Firebase Realtime Database."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Paystack

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Paystack, the action could be "Add Product."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Firebase / Firestore + Paystack integrations

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How do I trigger a Firestore function when a payment is successful in Paystack?

To trigger a Firestore function upon a successful payment in Paystack, you can set up a webhook in your Paystack dashboard. This webhook will notify your serverless function hosted on Firebase, allowing you to update Firestore with the transaction details when payments succeed.

Can I use Firebase Cloud Functions to handle events from Paystack?

Yes, Firebase Cloud Functions can be used to handle events from Paystack. You need to set up and deploy cloud functions that respond to HTTP requests sent from Paystack webhooks. These functions will allow you to process the information sent by Paystack and perform desired actions like updating Firestore.

What data should be stored in Firestore from Paystack transactions?

When integrating with Paystack, you might want to store data such as transaction ID, amount, currency, customer details, payment status, and timestamps. This data can help you track transaction history and status effectively within your Firestore database.

How do we ensure secure communication between Paystack and Firebase services?

Ensure secure communication by using HTTPS endpoints for webhooks. Additionally, verify the source of incoming requests using signature validation or secret keys provided by Paystack. These steps help protect against unauthorized access when communicating with Firebase services.

Is it possible to send notifications through Firebase based on Paystack events?

Yes, it’s possible by utilizing Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM). Once your Cloud Function processes a Paystack event, it can trigger an FCM notification to alert users about changes such as payment confirmation or failure directly via their mobile devices or applications.

How can failed payments in Paystack be recorded in Firestore for follow-up actions?

Failed payments can be tracked by setting up a webhook endpoint that listens for failure events from Paystack. This allows the corresponding Cloud Function to log the failure details into Firestore. From there, automated systems or manual processes can initiate follow-up actions.

What triggers should I use in Firebase for real-time updates based on transaction changes in Paystack?

To achieve real-time updates based on transaction changes from Paystack, utilize Firestore’s onWrite or onUpdate triggers within your Cloud Functions. By leveraging webhooks connected to these triggers via HTTP requests from Paystack, changes reflect instantly across your application.

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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.

- Path
  Required
- Order
- Location of newest objects
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Path
  Required
- Convert Numerics
- NewId
- Data
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
- Collection
  Required
- Query
  Required
Action
Search
Cancelled Subscription
Triggers when there's a an existing subscription is cancelled by you or the customer.
Trigger
Scheduled
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New Chargeback
Triggers when a chargeback is logged against your account and awaiting your feedback
Trigger
Scheduled
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New Order
Triggers when a new order is made on your account
Trigger
Scheduled
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New Refund
Triggers when a refund happens on your account
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Status of Subscription
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Status of Invoice
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- VtCode
  Required
- Name
  Required
- Target
  Required
Action
Write
- Email
  Required
- Channel
  Required
- Callback_url
  Required
- Number
- Bank_code
- Status of Subscription
  Required
- City
- Street
Action
Write
- Customer
  Required
- Invoice_limit
- Pick from the plans you created on your Paystack dashboard
  Required
- Set the date for the first debit. Date format should be YYYY-MM-DD
Action
Write
- Email
  Required
- Amount to refund
- Currency
  Required
- Reference
- Callback_url
  Required
- Pick from the plans you created on your Paystack dashboard
  Required
- Split_code
- Ubaccount
- Bearer
Action
Write
- VtCode
  Required
- Target
  Required
Action
Write
- Code
  Required
Action
Write
- Terminal
  Required
Action
Search
- Order ID
  Required
Action
Search
- Transaction transfer code
  Required
Action
Search
- Account_number
  Required
- Bank_code
Action
Search

- Collection
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
Try It
- Collection
  Required
- Convert Numerics
- NewId
- Data
Action
Write
- Path
  Required
- Order
- Search value
  Required
- Wrap search value in quotes
- Location of newest objects
Action
Search
- Transaction timeout
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
Try It
New Customer
Triggers when a new customer is created.
Trigger
Instant
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- Status of Invoice
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Status of Invoice
  Required
- Payment Page ID
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Status of Invoice
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Status of Invoice
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
Try It
- Name
  Required
- Description
  Required
- Price
  Required
- Currency
  Required
- Unlimited
- Quantity
Action
Write
- Code
  Required
- Token
  Required
Action
Write
- Transaction
  Required
- Reason
- Amount to refund
Action
Write
- Terminal_name
  Required
- Whatsapp_number
  Required
Action
Write
- Terminal
  Required
- InvoiceID
  Required
- Offline Reference
  Required
Action
Write
- Email
  Required
- First_name
- Last_name
- Amount to refund
- Currency
  Required
- Description
  Required
- Invoice_number
Action
Write
- Order_id
  Required
- Status of Invoice
  Required
Action
Write
- Email
  Required
Action
Search
- Reference
Action
Search
- Email
  Required
Action
Search

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About Firebase / Firestore

Firebase Realtime Database and Google Cloud Firestore are flexible databases that give you the ability to easily store and sync app data at global scale.