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A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New or Updated Contact" from Google Contacts.

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An action happens after the trigger—such as "Create or Update Contact" in Clay (clay.earth).

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    New or Updated Contact

    Triggers when a contact is created or updated.

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    Create Contact

    Creates a new contact.

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Practical ways you can use Google Contacts and Clay (clay.earth)

Log notes about client interactions in Clay

For business owners looking to remember client details, Zapier allows them to log notes about customer interactions effortlessly. When a new note is added in Google Contacts, Zapier creates the same note in Clay tied to the respective contact. This enables better follow-ups and personalized customer engagement.

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Send updated contact info to Clay

For marketers, keeping updated contact details is critical. Using Zapier, whenever a contact is updated in Google Contacts, Zapier automatically updates the same contact in Clay, maintaining consistent data across tools. This reduces manual updates, ensuring marketing campaigns are based on accurate contact details.

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Sync new contacts with Clay for follow-up

Zapier can help project managers stay organized by ensuring new Google Contacts are synced to Clay. When a new contact is created in Google Contacts, Zapier automatically adds it (or updates it if it already exists) in Clay. This streamlines communication and ensures all contact details are updated across platforms for easier collaboration.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Contacts + Clay (clay.earth) integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Google Contacts and Clay (clay.earth)

How can I integrate Google Contacts with Clay?

To integrate Google Contacts with Clay, you will need to use an integration platform or API that supports both apps. Start by selecting Google Contacts as your trigger app and choose a trigger event, such as 'New Contact'. Then, set Clay as your action app and map the necessary fields to create or update a contact in Clay.

What types of triggers can I use with Google Contacts for Clay integration?

When integrating Google Contacts with Clay, you can use triggers like 'New Contact', 'Updated Contact', or 'Deleted Contact'. These triggers allow automatic actions in Clay such as creating new profiles for contacts or updating existing ones.

Can I update contacts in Clay when they're edited in Google Contacts?

Yes, by using the 'Updated Contact' trigger from Google Contacts, any changes made to your contacts will automatically reflect in your Clay account. You'll need to map the fields correctly during setup for updates to sync accurately.

What happens if a contact is deleted in Google Contacts? Will it automatically delete in Clay too?

You can set up the integration to handle deleted contacts. By using the 'Deleted Contact' trigger from Google Contacts, you can automate actions such as archiving or deleting the corresponding entry in Clay.

Is it possible to import all existing Google Contacts into Clay at once?

Yes, our integration supports importing all existing contacts from Google Contacts into Clay. You'll need to set up an import action that brings over each contact's details into your desired format within Clay.

How frequently does data sync between Google Contacts and Clay?

The frequency of data syncing between Google Contacts and Clay depends on how you configure the integration settings. You can set it up for instant updates via triggers or schedule periodic sync intervals depending on your needs.

Are there any limitations on data fields when syncing between Google Contacts and Clay?

While most common fields like name, email, phone number, and address are easily synced between Google Contacts and Clay, some custom fields may require additional mapping or configuration during setup.

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Google Contacts, the address book built into Gmail, lets you keep track of all your contacts, see when you last interacted with them, and more.
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