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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Client" from Clockify.
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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.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Credit Note ID
Required
Invoice ID
Required
Amount
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
From Account
Required
To Account
Required
Amount
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
Code
Required
Name
Required
Type
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Type
Required
Contact
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
Invoice ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Mark Item as a Sales Item?
Mark Item as a Purchase Item?
Item Name
Item Code
Required
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
Contact_account_number
Primary Person - First Name
Primary Person - Last Name
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
Contact Address Type
Address - Attention
Address - Line 1
Address - Line 2
Address - City/Town
Address - State/Region
Address - Postal/Zip Code
Address - Country
Contact_tax_number
Bank Account Number
Contact Number
Status
Date
Due_date
Currency
Url
Attachment
Branding_theme
Number
Reference
Sent_to_contact
Line_items_type
Item Code
Description
Quantity
Required
Unit Price
Discount %
Discount Amount
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
Contact
Required
Project Name
Required
Deadline for the project
Project Estimate
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
Repeated Invoice Schedule
Invoice Creation: Frequency Type
Required
Invoice Creation: Frequency (Period)
Required
Due Date Type: Payment Terms
Required
Set Due Dates (Days)
Required
Start Date:
Required
End Date
Status
Required
Currency
Branding_theme
Reference
Mark as approved for sending?
Email a copy to Sender?
Include PDF
Line Amount Types
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Organization
Required
Purchase Order
Required
Contact
Update Method for Line Items
Date
Delivery_date
Line Amount Types
Purchase Order Number
Reference
Branding Theme
Currency
Status
Sent to Contact
Delivery Address
Attention To
Telephone
Delivery Instructions
Expected_arrival_date
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Info
Organization
Required
Invoice_id
Required
Contact
Status
Date
Due_date
Expected_payment_date
Reference
Branding_theme
Url
Currency
Sent_to_contact
Attachments
Invoice_number
Line_amount_types
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Stop on error
Required
HTTP Method
Required
URL
Required
Query string parameters
Additional request headers
Body
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
Invoice ID
Required
Include PDF File
Include Online Invoice URL
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Contact ID
Quote Number
Status
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Organization
Required
Search_by
Required
Include Online Invoice URL
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
Mark Item as a Sales Item?
Mark Item as a Purchase Item?
Item Name
Item Code
Required
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Clockify + Xero integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Clockify and Xero
How do I set up an integration between Clockify and Xero?
To integrate Clockify with Xero, you need to use a third-party automation tool. We provide options where you can select triggers from Clockify, like 'New Time Entry,' and associate them with actions in Xero, such as 'Create Invoice'. The integration is configured within our platform's user interface.
What are the key triggers available from Clockify for the integration with Xero?
In the context of our integration setup, key triggers from Clockify include 'New Project', 'New Task', and 'Time Entry Stopped'. You can choose any of these triggers based on your workflow needs to initiate corresponding actions in Xero.
Can I automate invoice creation in Xero using data from Clockify?
Yes, you can automate invoice creation in Xero by setting up a workflow where a trigger like a 'New Time Entry' in Clockify causes an action to create an invoice in Xero. This ensures all billable hours tracked are efficiently converted into invoices.
Is it possible to update client details in Xero automatically when changes are made in Clockify?
While direct client detail updates from Clockify to Xero aren't directly supported as built-in actions, we provide pathways to trigger updates based on specific project changes or new entries that could indirectly be used for client management workflows.
Can I track expenses logged in Clockify into my accounting records on Xero automatically?
Absolutely! By creating a connection through our services between 'Expense Logged' events in Clockify and corresponding entries or adjustments in your accounting records on Xero, expense tracking becomes seamless and automated.
What happens if there's an update or error during the synchronization process?
'Synchronization Error' can be configured as a trigger in our system. If any errors occur while syncing data between Clockify and Xero, you will get notifications. This way, you can troubleshoot issues swiftly without disrupting your workflow.
How secure is the data transfer between Clockify and Xero via your service?
We prioritize security highly. The data transfer during integration is protected with end-to-end encryption protocols. We ensure that all interactions are securely processed within compliant environments with regular audits.
About Clockify
Clockify is a completely free time tracking software for teams. It's a simple time tracker and timesheet app for tracking work hours on projects.
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.
