Integrating Typeform with Airtable can streamline your data collection process and improve your workflow. Using Make (formerly Integromat), you can automate the synchronization of responses from Typeform directly into Airtable in real-time. This guide walks you through the steps to set up this powerful connection.

Prerequisites

  • Active Typeform account with the form you want to connect
  • Airtable account with a base and table ready to receive data
  • Make account (free plan available)
  • Basic understanding of workflows and API integrations

Step 1: Prepare Your Airtable Base

Ensure your Airtable base has a table with fields that match the data collected in your Typeform. For example, if your form asks for Name, Email, and Message, create corresponding fields in Airtable.

Step 2: Create a Make Scenario

Log in to your Make account and click on "Create a new scenario". Search for and select the Typeform and Airtable modules to set up the automation.

Step 3: Connect Your Typeform Account

Click on the Typeform module and select "Watch Responses". You will be prompted to authorize Make to access your Typeform account. Follow the authorization steps and select the specific form you want to monitor.

Step 4: Connect Your Airtable Account

In the Airtable module, choose "Create a Record". Connect your Airtable account and select the base and table where responses will be stored.

Step 5: Map Data Fields

Map the fields from Typeform responses to the corresponding Airtable fields. For example, map the "Name" response to the "Name" field in Airtable. This ensures data is correctly transferred.

Step 6: Set Up the Scenario

Configure the scenario to run automatically. Set the trigger to "When a response is received" and ensure the data mapping is correct. Save your scenario and activate it.

Step 7: Test the Integration

Fill out your Typeform to generate a response. Check your Airtable table to verify that the data appears correctly in real-time. Troubleshoot any issues by reviewing the scenario logs.

Additional Tips

  • Use Make's filters to process specific responses based on certain criteria.
  • Schedule regular backups of your Airtable data for safety.
  • Customize your form and Airtable fields for better data organization.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly connect Typeform to Airtable using Make, enabling real-time data collection and management. This automation saves time and reduces manual data entry errors, allowing you to focus on analyzing responses and making informed decisions.