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Quick Guide: Setting Up Salesforce Integration with ActiveCampaign
Looking to enhance your CRM capabilities by integrating Salesforce? Hereās a streamlined process to connect Salesforce with ActiveCampaign in just six minutes:
- Prepare Your Tools: Before anything, set up your custom domain and install the ActiveCampaign Salesforce app in your Salesforce account.
- Access the Setup Page: In Salesforce, navigate to the app by clicking on the three dots in the upper left corner, search for āActiveCampaignā, and go to the setup page.
- Authorize API Credentials: Enter your API account URL and key (found in ActiveCampaign account settings under āDeveloperā) and click āAuthorizeā to establish the connection.
- Confirm Connection: Follow the prompts to confirm the connection, then click āFinishā.
- Dynamic Field Mapping: Click the blue āContinueā button to start mapping Salesforce fields to ActiveCampaign fields. This includes mapping for leads, contacts, accounts, and opportunities, both for core and custom fields.
- Sync Settings: Set your sync preferences for how data should update between Salesforce and ActiveCampaign. This ensures both platforms have the most relevant and updated data.
For a detailed walkthrough and additional tips on making the most of this integration, check out the video below. Streamline your customer journey and never let a prospect slip through the cracks again!