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Zapier makes it easy to integrate Strava with YouTube - no code necessary. See how you can get setup in minutes.
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "Transfer Athlete Activities" from Strava.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Video to Playlist" in YouTube.
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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.
- Transfer Athlete Activities
This trigger is for use in Transfer. If not using Transfer, use the new "New Athlete Activity" instant trigger instead.
Try ItTriggerPolling - New Athlete Activity
Triggers when you post a new activity.
Try ItTriggerInstant - Create Totals and Stats Report
Creates report that includes recent (last 4 weeks), year to date and all time stats of your activities.
ActionWrite - Help_text
- Activity_id
- Activity_name
ActionSearch
- ClubsRequired
Try ItTriggerPolling- Activity_nameRequired
- Activity_typeRequired
- Activity Start Date/TimeRequired
- Activity Elapsed Time (in seconds)Required
- Activity_description
- Activity Distance (in meters)
- Trainer
- Commute
ActionWrite- Api_docs_info
- Stop on errorRequired
- HTTP MethodRequired
- URLRequired
- Query string parameters
- Additional request headers
- Body
ActionWrite- Video IDRequired
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Frequently Asked Questions about Strava + YouTube integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Strava and YouTube
How can I link my Strava account to YouTube for automatic uploads?
To link your Strava account to YouTube, you can use our platform to create an automation where an activity recorded in Strava triggers an action. Once set up, every time you finish a workout and it gets recorded in Strava, our automation will automatically upload it as a video or share details on your connected YouTube channel.
What activities from Strava can trigger actions on YouTube?
You can use various Strava activities such as running, cycling, or swimming as triggers. When these activities are logged in your Strava account, they can prompt our system to perform actions like uploading a summary video or posting an update on your YouTube channel.
Is it possible to post a video summary of my workouts on YouTube automatically?
Yes, by integrating Strava with YouTube through our platform, you can set up automated workflows that create and post a video summary of your workouts every time you complete certain activities on Strava.
Can I choose which Strava activities get posted on my YouTube channel?
Absolutely! Our integration allows you to specify which types of activities should trigger posts on YouTube. Whether it's only marathon records or all cycling sessions, you have the control over what content gets shared.
Do I need any technical skills to set up the integration between Strava and YouTube?
No technical skills are required. Our user-friendly platform guides you step-by-step through connecting your accounts and setting up the automated actions based on the types of activities you perform on Strava.
How often does the integration post updates from my Strava account to my YouTube channel?
The frequency of updates is determined by how often the specified trigger events occur in your Strava account. For instance, if you've set running sessions as triggers, each session will prompt an update to be made.
Can I customize the content that is posted from my Strava activity on YouTube?
Yes, customization options are available. We allow you to adjust the content format and add personalized messages or overlays before they are automatically uploaded onto your YouTube channel from a completed activity in Strava.
