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Lead → Get

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Overview

This node operation retrieves detailed information about a specific lead from the Instantly API. It is useful in scenarios where you need to fetch and use lead data within an automation workflow, such as for follow-up actions, reporting, or integration with other systems. For example, you might use this operation to get a lead's contact details before sending a personalized email or updating a CRM record.

Use Case Examples

  1. Fetch a lead's details by selecting the lead from a list or by providing the lead's unique ID.
  2. Use the retrieved lead information to trigger further actions in your workflow, such as sending notifications or updating databases.

Properties

Name Meaning
Lead The lead to operate on, specified either by selecting from a list of leads or by providing the lead's unique ID. This property is required for the Get operation on the Lead resource.

Output

JSON

  • id - The unique identifier of the lead.
  • first_name - The first name of the lead.
  • last_name - The last name of the lead.
  • email - The email address of the lead.
  • other_properties - Additional lead details returned by the Instantly API.

Dependencies

  • Instantly API with an API key credential

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the lead ID is correctly formatted as a UUID when using the 'By ID' mode to avoid validation errors.
  • If the node fails to fetch leads for the dropdown list, check the API connection and credentials.
  • Common error messages may include authentication failures or resource not found errors; verify API credentials and that the lead exists.

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