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Triggers

Triggers define when and how your workflows execute.

Trigger Types

TypeDescription
WebhooksHTTP endpoints that receive external requests
SchedulesTime-based execution with cron expressions
EventsReact to platform and integration events

Choosing a Trigger Type

TriggerBest ForExample
WebhookExternal systems pushing dataForm submission, payment notification
ScheduleRecurring tasksDaily reports, hourly syncs
EventReal-time reactionsNew order, message received

Trigger Data

All triggers provide data to your workflow:

// Webhook trigger
{{trigger.body}} // Request body
{{trigger.headers}} // HTTP headers
{{trigger.method}} // GET, POST, etc.

// Schedule trigger
{{trigger.scheduledTime}} // When it was scheduled
{{trigger.executionTime}} // When it actually ran

// Event trigger
{{trigger.event}} // Event type
{{trigger.payload}} // Event data