This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Keap Automate Triggered n8n agent. It connects HTTP Request, Webhook across approximately 1 node(s). Expect a Simple setup in 5-15 minutes. One‑time purchase: €9.

What This Agent Does

This agent orchestrates a reliable automation between HTTP Request, Webhook, handling triggers, data enrichment, and delivery with guardrails for errors and rate limits.

It streamlines multi‑step processes that would otherwise require manual exports, spreadsheet cleanup, and repeated API requests. By centralizing logic in n8n, it reduces context switching, lowers error rates, and ensures consistent results across teams.

Typical outcomes include faster lead handoffs, automated notifications, accurate data synchronization, and better visibility via execution logs and optional Slack/Email alerts.

How It Works

The workflow uses standard n8n building blocks like Webhook or Schedule triggers, HTTP Request for API calls, and control nodes (IF, Merge, Set) to validate inputs, branch on conditions, and format outputs. Retries and timeouts improve resilience, while credentials keep secrets safe.

Third‑Party Integrations

• HTTP Request
• Webhook

Import and Use in n8n

1. Open n8n and create a new workflow or collection.
2. Choose Import from File or Paste JSON.
3. Paste the JSON below, then click Import.
4. Show n8n JSON

   Title:
   Automating Lead Capture with n8n and Keap: A Simple Workflow Explained
   
   Meta Description:
   Discover how to use n8n and Keap integration to automate lead capturing when a new contact is added, streamlining your CRM workflow with ease and efficiency.
   
   Keywords:
   n8n workflow tutorial, Keap automation, CRM automation, lead capture automation, n8n Keap trigger, Keap contact add event, API automation tools, low-code automation
   
   Third-party APIs Used:
   - Keap (formerly Infusionsoft) API
   
   Article:
   
   Automating Lead Capture with n8n and Keap: A Simple Workflow Explained
   
   In today’s fast-paced digital world, automating repetitive sales tasks not only saves time but also enhances communication and response times—two critical factors in turning leads into loyal customers. One powerful yet user-friendly tool that enables such automation is n8n: an open-source workflow automation platform. In this article, we'll explore how a simple workflow using n8n and the Keap API (formerly known as Infusionsoft) can automate the process of lead capturing when a new contact is added to your CRM database.
   
   What Is n8n?
   
   n8n (short for "node-node") is a low-code automation tool that allows you to connect different apps and services together to automate tasks, sync data, or trigger actions in real-time. Similar to platforms like Zapier or Integromat, n8n offers far greater flexibility by being open-source and self-hostable.
   
   What Is Keap?
   
   Keap is a customer relationship management (CRM) software designed for small businesses. It offers tools for sales, marketing automation, email marketing, and lead management. Keap’s API makes it possible to automate various user interactions, data management workflows, and communications.
   
   Overview of the Workflow
   
   This workflow is triggered every time a new contact is added to Keap. With the help of the Keap Trigger node, it listens for the "contact.add" event. Although this workflow only includes one node in its current form, it provides a foundational setup that can be easily expanded with additional actions such as sending a welcome email, notifying a sales rep via Slack, or updating a Google Sheet.
   
   Let’s break down the workflow components.
   
   Step 1: Keap Trigger Node
   
   This is the heart of the workflow. The “Keap Trigger” node listens for a specific event—in this case, when a contact is added. Once this event is detected, the node "wakes up" and passes the contact data to the next steps in your workflow. The configuration details include:
   
   - Event ID: contact.add – The event we’re monitoring.
   - OAuth Credentials: keap_creds – Stored securely in n8n for API authentication.
   - Webhook ID: Automatically generated by n8n to define the unique URL endpoint for Keap’s webhook callbacks.
   
   By using n8n’s native Keap integration, there's no need to manually set up or manage the API calls—n8n handles the heavy lifting.
   
   How It Works Under the Hood
   
   When a new contact is added manually or via a form integrated with Keap, Keap sends a webhook notification to the specified n8n endpoint (defined by the webhookId). The n8n workflow then triggers automatically. Although this particular workflow doesn’t continue with further steps, it opens the door for countless possibilities:
   
   - Sending a personalized email via SendGrid or Gmail
   - Logging customer details to a Google Sheet or database
   - Triggering a Slack or Microsoft Teams message to notify the sales team
   - Creating a task in project management tools like ClickUp or Trello
   - Tracking contact performance with integrations like Hubspot or Zoho Analytics
   
   Customization & Expansion
   
   Even though this workflow consists of just one node, it's easy to expand based on your business logic. For example:
   
   - Add a Filter Node: Only progress if contact tags include “lead” or “VIP.”
   - Send Welcome Email: Use the Email node or integrate with Mailgun or SendGrid to send a personalized message.
   - Assign to Sales Rep: Automatically assign the contact to a specific sales rep in your CRM.
   - Add to Marketing Funnel: Integrate with Facebook Ads or Mailchimp to include in a lead nurturing campaign.
   
   Security and Credentials
   
   This workflow uses OAuth2 credentials stored safely within n8n. It’s important to secure your n8n instance, especially when dealing with sensitive customer data. Using environment variables and secure credential storage is a best practice for production-ready workflows.
   
   Final Thoughts
   
   While simple, this n8n workflow with a Keap trigger lays the groundwork for creating robust and scalable marketing or sales automation pipelines. Integrating Keap with n8n allows you to turn a passive data capture process into a dynamic system that responds instantly and intelligently. Whether you’re just beginning to automate or you're a seasoned workflow engineer, this integration is a perfect example of how to streamline lead management without writing a single line of code.
   
   With n8n and Keap together, automating your CRM landscape has never been easier—or more powerful.
   
   Ready to scale your lead capture processes? Start building your own n8n workflows today.
   
   🛠️ Tools Used:
   - n8n (Open-source workflow automation)
   - Keap API (for CRM contact management automation)
   
   🎯 Pro Tip:
   Deploy your n8n instance securely on platforms like Docker, Heroku, or n8n.cloud for scalability and performance.
   
   Whether you’re optimizing for speed, consistency, or scale, automation is your best friend—and n8n is the toolkit you’ve been waiting for.

5. Set credentials for each API node (keys, OAuth) in Credentials.
6. Run a test via Execute Workflow. Inspect Run Data, then adjust parameters.
7. Enable the workflow to run on schedule, webhook, or triggers as configured.

Tips: keep secrets in credentials, add retries and timeouts on HTTP nodes, implement error notifications, and paginate large API fetches.

Validation: use IF/Code nodes to sanitize inputs and guard against empty payloads.

Why Automate This with AI Agents

AI‑assisted automations offload repetitive, error‑prone tasks to a predictable workflow. Instead of manual copy‑paste and ad‑hoc scripts, your team gets a governed pipeline with versioned state, auditability, and observable runs.

n8n’s node graph makes data flow transparent while AI‑powered enrichment (classification, extraction, summarization) boosts throughput and consistency. Teams reclaim time, reduce operational costs, and standardize best practices without sacrificing flexibility.

Compared to one‑off integrations, an AI agent is easier to extend: swap APIs, add filters, or bolt on notifications without rewriting everything. You get reliability, control, and a faster path from idea to production.

Best Practices

• Credentials: restrict scopes and rotate tokens regularly.
• Resilience: configure retries, timeouts, and backoff for API nodes.
• Data Quality: validate inputs; normalize fields early to reduce downstream branching.
• Performance: batch records and paginate for large datasets.
• Observability: add failure alerts (Email/Slack) and persistent logs for auditing.
• Security: avoid sensitive data in logs; use environment variables and n8n credentials.

FAQs

Can I swap integrations later? Yes. Replace or add nodes and re‑map fields without rebuilding the whole flow.

How do I monitor failures? Use Execution logs and add notifications on the Error Trigger path.

Does it scale? Use queues, batching, and sub‑workflows to split responsibilities and control load.

Is my data safe? Keep secrets in Credentials, restrict token scopes, and review access logs.