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1. Choose trigger event
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Slack
2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "New Backup" from DigitalOcean.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Reaction" in Slack.
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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.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Users
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Title
Content
Channel ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send Multi Message
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_edit_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Content Type
Reply Broadcast
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Topic
Required
Topic set by
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status Text
Status Emoji
Expiration Time
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Scheduled As
Required
Scheduled Message ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_delete_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Canvas ID
Required
Operation
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status_copy
Approval request message
Required
Send message as
Required
Approval type
Required
Zap_id
Include a link to this automation?
Approve button URL
Approve button label
Add decline button
Add details button
Require confirmation
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
First Name
Last Name
Title
Email
Display Name
User
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.
Get Message by Timestamp
This action retrieves a specific message from a conversation history in Slack using the message's timestamp.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Retrieve Thread Messages
This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create Private Channel
This action creates a private channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message ID (ts)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Email
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Full Name
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Example actions on this page
Add SSH Key
Add Reaction
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Practical ways you can use DigitalOcean and Slack
Receive Slack notifications for DigitalOcean snapshots.
Streamline tracking of server backups by posting a Slack notification whenever a new snapshot is created in DigitalOcean. This automation ensures business owners are aware of infrastructure changes in real-time and can address issues swiftly to reduce downtime.
Alert IT team in Slack for new DigitalOcean droplets.
Improve visibility into infrastructure changes by alerting the IT team in Slack when a new droplet is created in DigitalOcean. This way, the team is instantly informed and can quickly take the necessary steps to manage or monitor the droplet if needed.
Notify Slack about new email leads via DigitalOcean servers.
Ensure the marketing team is aware of new leads by posting a Slack notification when emails routed through DigitalOcean servers are flagged as potential leads. This setup helps maximize lead response efficiency and keeps the team aligned on key opportunities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about DigitalOcean + Slack integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with DigitalOcean and Slack
How do I connect my DigitalOcean account to Slack?
To connect your DigitalOcean account to Slack, you will need to use our platform to create a Zap. The trigger for the Zap will be an event in DigitalOcean, such as a new droplet creation, and the action will be sending a message in Slack.
What triggers are available for DigitalOcean and Slack integration?
Available triggers for DigitalOcean include events like 'New Droplet Created', 'Droplet Deleted', or 'Domain Created'. These can initiate actions in Slack like sending notifications or messages.
Can I customize the message sent to Slack based on a DigitalOcean event?
Yes, you can customize the message content sent to Slack. When setting up your action, our platform allows you to define message text, include specific data from the DigitalOcean event, and even mention specific users or channels.
Is it possible to handle multiple DigitalOcean events within a single integration?
Absolutely, you can set up multiple zaps for different events. Each event in DigitalOcean can be configured with its own trigger-action pair so that each significant change is communicated via Slack accordingly.
How do I test if my integration between DigitalOcean and Slack is working correctly?
Once your zap is configured correctly between DigitalOcean and Slack, we provide a test feature which allows you to simulate the trigger and see if the correct action occurs in your specified Slack channel.
Are there any prerequisites needed before setting up the integration?
Before setting up the integration between DigitalOcean and Slack, ensure that you have administrative access to both accounts. This includes permissions for creating API keys on DigitalOcean and permission to authorize apps in your Slack workspace.
What should I do if I'm not receiving alerts in my chosen Slack channel?
Firstly, check if your zap is turned on. If it is active but still not working as expected, verify that all configurations—like triggers from DigitalOcean—are set correctly. Check logs and test if actions are being triggered properly.
About DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean is a cloud computing platform to quickly deploy virtual machines—with your custom code, or with a one-click app—manage storage, balance loads, and run it all from one place.
Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Offering instant messaging, document sharing and knowledge search for modern teams.
