Step 1: Generate your Cal ID API key
Linking Cal ID to Zapier needs an API key as a secure bridge.1
Open the Zapier app in Cal ID
Log in to Cal ID and open the Apps tab. Search for Zapier and open its Details.
Starting the Zapier connection
2
Install and select the account
Click Install and select the account.
Kicking off the install
Deciding which account automates
3
Review your accounts on the API page
On the API page, you’ll see your Personal Account and any Teams where you’re an Admin or Owner.
Where API keys are managed
4
Generate the key
Click Generate API Key for the account or team you want to automate.
Creating the key Zapier needs
5
Copy and store the key
Copy the key immediately and store it somewhere safe.
Step 2: Connect Cal ID in Zapier
1
Create a Zap
In Zapier, click Create Zap.
Starting a new automation
2
Set the trigger app
Search for Cal ID and select it as the trigger app.
Finding Cal ID in Zapier
Confirming the trigger app choice
3
Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger event such as Booking Created.
Picking the event that starts it
4
Link your account
When prompted, paste your API key and click Yes, Continue to Cal ID.
Authorizing Zapier with your key
Checking the account linked correctly
5
Test the connection
Click Continue. Zapier tests the connection against a recent booking.
Step 3: Add an action
Choose what happens next with your booking data:
Click Publish to make your Zap live.
Troubleshooting
- Key not working? Check for an accidental extra space at the start or end of the API key.
- Team events not triggering? Make sure you generated the key for that Team rather than your personal account.
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