#Webhook Security

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Shopify Webhooks Best Practices

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Introduction Integrating payment gateways is crucial for e-commerce applications and any service that requires online payments. Django provides a robust framework for integrating various payment gateways such as Stripe, PayPal, and more. This article will guide you through the process of integrating these payment gateways into your Django application, focusing on Stripe as an…

[frtools]

Januari update

Happy new years!

So this month I got a few more things working, though I did not really get everything done that I had planned for myself. Nonetheless a few things are worth mentioning, they are all related to the Discord bot so if you (used to) use that then you will like these updates!

My personal future got a lot more secure too, the job I have been working at offered me a permanent contract with a nice salary bump too. Stress levels have been low as a result! 💖

This post is a bit big, due to images and a lot of explaining text. To save reblogs from blasting people's dashboards there is a keep reading snip.

First of all, costs. This month the total cost was comparable to December, sitting at €8.51. As predicted, now that more stuff is being slowly re-added things like storage and database costs are going up. But really it is such an insignificant amount compared to the previous hosting solution this is essentially free.

Discord

So what has changed to the discord bot? Well, a lot of things really. I got announcements to work! But it isn't as straightforward as before, but I did my best to keep it as simple as possible. The biggest thing is that I moved server location. It was in Australia before (don't ask, I was tired) and now it is in EU West. It being hosted in Australia significantly increased the response time of the bot, but it is all nice and fast now!

Discord Announcements

I can go into a lot of detail but the gist of it is that the bot in its current iteration is not actually a bot that can read and send messages in channels. While it has the [✓ BOT] icon next to the name it isn't actually 'there'. Everything is handled through HTTP requests, almost no different from you browsing the internet. As such I had to get a bit creative in how the bot sends messages without someone interacting with the bot, as such let me introduce you to: Webhooks!

You might have heard of, or used, webhooks with another bot before. Or some website offers webhook service that you can hook into Discord. This is really no different. You supply the bot with a webhook through an interaction and from then onward I use that webhook to post messages to.

Through the use of the /config command you can set up the webhooks on your server, assuming you have the Administrator permission on your server. Due to Discord's own limitations, the config navigation is not as clean as I would like it to be, but it works.

You might notice that New Items is back as well, yay! Still needs some work though, but in the simplest sense it works. Filters will come soon™️.

Now we just had the Crystalline Gala event and oh man, the New Items announcer got put through its paces. You see webhooks have a big advantage over normal messages being send by bots; they can hold up to 10 embeds each. So I took full advantage of that.

The video below shows just 5 messages, of varying amounts of embeds!

Lookup

I've added a new feature to the /lookup command too, allowing you to influence the result of the preview of the item (when applicable). For example, if you use the id lookup feature and the item is for a specific breed or gender (like a skin) then the supplied parameters don't do anything. Or when the gene is for an ancient breed it will only take into account your gender parameter.

That's all for this month, I got nothing too broad planned for Februari besides polishing the things above. I am missing stuff like custom emojis in the webhooks, the color of the embed is always black, etc. Small stuff really. I might work a little bit on getting the website part up again, but as it will be entirely different from before and thus a complete rewrite I will not throw out any promises. I have some ideas on how I want to do it but that way is essentially entirely new to me.

Speaking of, this entire project was originally started to advance my own knowledge and experience in things that I did not have much experience in as a professional programmer and thus far I am still learning new things almost every time I open up my editor. I am having a blast with this hobby project! (especially now that I no longer pay an arm and a leg for hosting)

Do you have any ideas on what you would like to see next? Something you feel should be changed? Just throw out random ideas? Reblog or post a reply, or send me an anonymous ask if you prefer!

[nyaza]

(this is a small story of how I came to write my own intrusion detection/prevention framework and why I'm really happy with that decision, don't mind me rambling)

Preface

About two weeks ago I was faced with a pretty annoying problem. Whilst I was going home by train I have noticed that my server at home had been running hot and slowed down a lot. This prompted me to check my nginx logs, the only service that is indirectly available to the public (more on that later), which made me realize that - due to poor access control - someone had been sending me hundreds of thousands of huge DNS requests to my server, most likely testing for vulnerabilities. I added an iptables rule to drop all traffic from the aforementioned source and redirected remaining traffic to a backup NextDNS instance that I set up previously with the same overrides and custom records that my DNS had to not get any downtime for the service but also allow my server to cool down. I stopped the DNS service on my server at home and then used the remaining train ride to think. How would I stop this from happening in the future? I pondered multiple possible solutions for this problem, whether to use fail2ban, whether to just add better access control, or to just stick with the NextDNS instance.

I ended up going with a completely different option: making a solution, that's perfectly fit for my server, myself.

My Server Structure

So, I should probably explain how I host and why only nginx is public despite me hosting a bunch of services under the hood.

I have a public facing VPS that only allows traffic to nginx. That traffic then gets forwarded through a VPN connection to my home server so that I don't have to have any public facing ports on said home server. The VPS only really acts like the public interface for the home server with access control and logging sprinkled in throughout my configs to get more layers of security. Some Services can only be interacted with through the VPN or a local connection, such that not everything is actually forwarded - only what I need/want to be.

I actually do have fail2ban installed on both my VPS and home server, so why make another piece of software?

Tabarnak - Succeeding at Banning

I had a few requirements for what I wanted to do:

Only allow HTTP(S) traffic through Cloudflare

Only allow DNS traffic from given sources; (location filtering, explicit white-/blacklisting);

Webhook support for logging

Should be interactive (e.g. POST /api/ban/{IP})

Detect automated vulnerability scanning

Integration with the AbuseIPDB (for checking and reporting)

As I started working on this, I realized that this would soon become more complex than I had thought at first.

Webhooks for logging This was probably the easiest requirement to check off my list, I just wrote my own log() function that would call a webhook. Sadly, the rest wouldn't be as easy.

Allowing only Cloudflare traffic This was still doable, I only needed to add a filter in my nginx config for my domain to only allow Cloudflare IP ranges and disallow the rest. I ended up doing something slightly different. I added a new default nginx config that would just return a 404 on every route and log access to a different file so that I could detect connection attempts that would be made without Cloudflare and handle them in Tabarnak myself.

Integration with AbuseIPDB Also not yet the hard part, just call AbuseIPDB with the parsed IP and if the abuse confidence score is within a configured threshold, flag the IP, when that happens I receive a notification that asks me whether to whitelist or to ban the IP - I can also do nothing and let everything proceed as it normally would. If the IP gets flagged a configured amount of times, ban the IP unless it has been whitelisted by then.

Location filtering + Whitelist + Blacklist This is where it starts to get interesting. I had to know where the request comes from due to similarities of location of all the real people that would actually connect to the DNS. I didn't want to outright ban everyone else, as there could be valid requests from other sources. So for every new IP that triggers a callback (this would only be triggered after a certain amount of either flags or requests), I now need to get the location. I do this by just calling the ipinfo api and checking the supplied location. To not send too many requests I cache results (even though ipinfo should never be called twice for the same IP - same) and save results to a database. I made my own class that bases from collections.UserDict which when accessed tries to find the entry in memory, if it can't it searches through the DB and returns results. This works for setting, deleting, adding and checking for records. Flags, AbuseIPDB results, whitelist entries and blacklist entries also get stored in the DB to achieve persistent state even when I restart.

Detection of automated vulnerability scanning For this, I went through my old nginx logs, looking to find the least amount of paths I need to block to catch the biggest amount of automated vulnerability scan requests. So I did some data science magic and wrote a route blacklist. It doesn't just end there. Since I know the routes of valid requests that I would be receiving (which are all mentioned in my nginx configs), I could just parse that and match the requested route against that. To achieve this I wrote some really simple regular expressions to extract all location blocks from an nginx config alongside whether that location is absolute (preceded by an =) or relative. After I get the locations I can test the requested route against the valid routes and get back whether the request was made to a valid URL (I can't just look for 404 return codes here, because there are some pages that actually do return a 404 and can return a 404 on purpose). I also parse the request method from the logs and match the received method against the HTTP standard request methods (which are all methods that services on my server use). That way I can easily catch requests like:

XX.YYY.ZZZ.AA - - [25/Sep/2023:14:52:43 +0200] "145.ll|'|'|SGFjS2VkX0Q0OTkwNjI3|'|'|WIN-JNAPIER0859|'|'|JNapier|'|'|19-02-01|'|'||'|'|Win 7 Professional SP1 x64|'|'|No|'|'|0.7d|'|'|..|'|'|AA==|'|'|112.inf|'|'|SGFjS2VkDQoxOTIuMTY4LjkyLjIyMjo1NTUyDQpEZXNrdG9wDQpjbGllbnRhLmV4ZQ0KRmFsc2UNCkZhbHNlDQpUcnVlDQpGYWxzZQ==12.act|'|'|AA==" 400 150 "-" "-"

I probably over complicated this - by a lot - but I can't go back in time to change what I did.

Interactivity As I showed and mentioned earlier, I can manually white-/blacklist an IP. This forced me to add threads to my previously single-threaded program. Since I was too stubborn to use websockets (I have a distaste for websockets), I opted for probably the worst option I could've taken. It works like this: I have a main thread, which does all the log parsing, processing and handling and a side thread which watches a FIFO-file that is created on startup. I can append commands to the FIFO-file which are mapped to the functions they are supposed to call. When the FIFO reader detects a new line, it looks through the map, gets the function and executes it on the supplied IP. Doing all of this manually would be way too tedious, so I made an API endpoint on my home server that would append the commands to the file on the VPS. That also means, that I had to secure that API endpoint so that I couldn't just be spammed with random requests. Now that I could interact with Tabarnak through an API, I needed to make this user friendly - even I don't like to curl and sign my requests manually. So I integrated logging to my self-hosted instance of https://ntfy.sh and added action buttons that would send the request for me. All of this just because I refused to use sockets.

First successes and why I'm happy about this After not too long, the bans were starting to happen. The traffic to my server decreased and I can finally breathe again. I may have over complicated this, but I don't mind. This was a really fun experience to write something new and learn more about log parsing and processing. Tabarnak probably won't last forever and I could replace it with solutions that are way easier to deploy and way more general. But what matters is, that I liked doing it. It was a really fun project - which is why I'm writing this - and I'm glad that I ended up doing this. Of course I could have just used fail2ban but I never would've been able to write all of the extras that I ended up making (I don't want to take the explanation ad absurdum so just imagine that I added cool stuff) and I never would've learned what I actually did.

So whenever you are faced with a dumb problem and could write something yourself, I think you should at least try. This was a really fun experience and it might be for you as well.

Post Scriptum

First of all, apologies for the English - I'm not a native speaker so I'm sorry if some parts were incorrect or anything like that. Secondly, I'm sure that there are simpler ways to accomplish what I did here, however this was more about the experience of creating something myself rather than using some pre-made tool that does everything I want to (maybe even better?). Third, if you actually read until here, thanks for reading - hope it wasn't too boring - have a nice day :)

[hendra-jagonya-absensi]

𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭.𝐢𝐎 adalah solusi Sistem Yang Terintegrasi yang terbaik dengan fitur super lengkap demi sistem manajemen karyawan yang 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐩 Dilengkapi dengan teknologi 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐏𝐒 + 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, karyawan bisa absensi kapan saja & dimana saja 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭.𝐢𝐎 dapat dikoneksikan dengan mesin absensi sidik jari / kartu / wajah bahkan yang terbaru dengan Palm Vein yang lebih secure dan profesional. Anda juga bisa mengembangkan aplikasi bisnis dengan Developer.fingerspot.io. Proses pemrograman menggunakan API & Webhook. Yuk beralih ke 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭.𝐢𝐎

[alarajrogers]

I feel like self hosted AIs are gonna be the next big thing. Not necessarily generative LLMs, but things like Alexa, except it's yours, it doesn't report to a corporate master, and it's secure because nobody built webhooks into it to let someone walk in the front door, which is going to be true of any cloud product because they all have to phone home.

We've all learned the cloud can't be trusted, not because there's something massively inherently insecure about Internet hosting, but because all companies with cloud services are bastards (and if they're not, just watch what happens when they get successful.) Who wants to trust big corporations anymore? Not me.

Anyway, there is software that lets you break DRM on DVDs enough that you can rip copies of media that is physical. If you buy your physical media you do not need to deal with the inconvenience of "I gotta have a DVD player hooked to my television or PC" as long as you have one DVD player hooked to a moderately powerful machine somewhere in your house that can do the rips.

Hey, look at me. Look at me. I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again: you need to condition yourself to being okay with being inconvenienced by things. The first time I spoke about this I meant it in a mental health way- it is good to go out to the store and see people versus just ordering alone at home- but there is another more pressing societal issue you should be more concerned about as well.

Any service you rely on for convenience can be weaponized against you the moment you begin to rely on it. Streaming used to be a cheap and convenient way to see movies at home. It is now exorbitantly expensive, you need multiple accounts just to get what you want, and any of those movies can be taken from you at any time. And unless you have gotten used to going through the “inconvenience” of owning physical media, you can do nothing about it. Same goes for buying things on Amazon. Same goes for any service like DoorDash etc. These companies WANT you to be reliant on them for convenience so they can do whatever they want to you because, well, what else are you gonna do?

Same thing goes for the uptick in AI. If you train yourself to become reliant on AI for doing basic things, you will be taken advantage of. It is only a matter of a couple years before there are no free AI services. Not only that, but in the usage of AI’s case, it is robbing you of valuable skills that you need to curate that you will be helpless without the moment the AI companies drive in the knife the way they have done with streaming. Delivery. Cable. Internet. Etc. It will happen to AI too. And if you are not practicing skills such as. Writing. You are not only going to be at the mercy of AI companies in the digital world, but you are going to be extremely easy to take advantage of in real life too.

I am begging you to let go of learned helplessness. I am begging you to stop letting these companies TEACH you helplessness. Do something like learn to pirate. It is way more inconvenient at the beginning, but once you know how, it is one less way companies can take advantage of you. Garden. Go to the thrift store (older clothes hold up better anyway). These things take more time and effort, yes, but using time and effort are muscles you need to stretch to keep yourself from being flattened under the weight of our capitalist hellscape.

Inconvenience yourself. Please. Start with only the ways you are able. Do a little bit at a time. But do something.

[easylaunchpad]

🚀 How EasyLaunchpad Helps You Launch a SaaS App in Days, Not Months

Bringing a SaaS product to life is exciting — but let’s be honest, the setup phase is often a painful time sink. You start a new project with energy and vision, only to get bogged down in the same tasks: authentication, payments, email systems, dashboards, background jobs, and system logging.

Wouldn’t it be smarter to start with all of that already done?

That’s exactly what EasyLaunchpad offers.

Built on top of the powerful .NET Core 8.0 framework, EasyLaunchpad is a production-ready boilerplate designed to let developers and SaaS builders launch their apps in days, not months.

💡 The Problem: Rebuilding the Same Stuff Over and Over

Every developer has faced this dilemma:

Rebuilding user authentication and Google login

Designing and coding the admin panel from scratch

Setting up email systems and background jobs

Integrating Stripe or Paddle for payments

Creating a scalable architecture without cutting corners

Even before you get to your actual product logic, you’ve spent days or weeks rebuilding boilerplate components. That’s precious time you can’t get back — and it delays your path to market.

EasyLaunchpad solves this by providing a ready-to-launch foundation so you can focus on building what’s unique to your business.

🔧 Prebuilt Features That Save You Time

Here’s a breakdown of what’s already included and wired into the EasyLaunchpad boilerplate:

✅ Authentication (with Google OAuth & Captcha)

Secure login and registration flow out of the box, with:

Email-password authentication

Google OAuth login

CAPTCHA validation to protect against bots

No need to worry about setting up Identity or external login providers — this is all included.

✅ Admin Dashboard Built with Tailwind CSS + DaisyUI

A sleek, responsive admin panel you don’t have to design yourself. Built using Razor views with TailwindCSS and DaisyUI, it includes:

User management (CRUD, activation, password reset)

Role management

Email configuration

System settings

Packages & plan management

It’s clean, modern, and instantly usable.

✅ Email System with DotLiquid Templating

Forget about wiring up email services manually. EasyLaunchpad includes:

SMTP email dispatch

Prebuilt templates using DotLiquid (a Shopify-style syntax)

Customizable content for account activation, password reset, etc.

✅ Queued Emails & Background Jobs with Hangfire

Your app needs to work even when users aren’t watching. That’s why EasyLaunchpad comes with:

Hangfire integration for scheduled and background jobs

Retry logic for email dispatches

Job dashboard via admin or Hangfire’s built-in UI

Perfect for automated tasks, periodic jobs, or handling webhooks.

✅ Stripe & Paddle Payment Integration

Monetization-ready. Whether you’re selling licenses, subscription plans, or one-time services:

Stripe and Paddle payment modules are already integrated

Admin interface for managing packages

Ready-to-connect with your website or external payment flows

✅ Package Management via Admin Panel

Whether you offer basic, pro, or enterprise plans — EasyLaunchpad gives you:

CRUD interface to define your packages

Connect them with Stripe/Paddle

Offer them via your front-end site or API

No need to build a billing system from scratch.

✅ Serilog Logging for Debugging & Monitoring

Built-in structured logging with Serilog makes it easy to:

Track system events

Log user activity

Debug errors in production

Logs are clean, structured, and production-ready.

✅ Clean Modular Codebase & Plug-and-Play Modules

EasyLaunchpad uses:

Clean architecture (Controllers → Services → Repositories)

Autofac for dependency injection

Modular separation between Auth, Email, Payments, and Admin logic

You can plug in your business logic without breaking what’s already working.

🏗️ Built for Speed — But Also for Scale

EasyLaunchpad isn’t just about launching fast. It’s built on scalable tech, so you can grow with confidence.

✅ .NET Core 8.0

Blazing-fast, secure, and LTS-supported.

✅ Tailwind CSS + DaisyUI

Modern UI stack without bloat — fully customizable and responsive.

✅ Entity Framework Core

Use SQL Server or switch to your own DB provider. EF Core gives you flexibility and productivity.

✅ Environment-Based Configs

Configure settings via appsettings.json for development, staging, or production — all supported out of the box.

🧩 Who Is It For?

👨‍💻 Indie Hackers

Stop wasting time on boilerplate and get to your MVP faster.

🏢 Small Teams

Standardize your project structure and work collaboratively using a shared, modular codebase.

🚀 Startup Founders

Go to market faster with all essentials already covered — build only what makes your app different.

💼 What Can You Build With It?

EasyLaunchpad is perfect for:

SaaS products (subscription-based or usage-based)

Admin dashboards

AI-powered tools

Developer platforms

Internal portals

Paid tools and membership-based services

If it needs login, admin, payments, and email — it’s a fit.

🧠 Final Thoughts

Launching a SaaS product is hard enough. Don’t let the boilerplate slow you down.

With EasyLaunchpad, you skip the foundational headaches and get right to building what matters. Whether you’re a solo developer or a small team, you get a clean, powerful codebase that’s ready for production — in days, not months.

👉 Start building smarter. Visit easylaunchpad.com and get your boilerplate license today.

#.net #saasdevelopment #easylaunchpad #coding #easylaunch

[go-adil]

🚀 How EasyLaunchpad Helps You Launch a SaaS App in Days, Not Months

Bringing a SaaS product to life is exciting — but let’s be honest, the setup phase is often a painful time sink. You start a new project with energy and vision, only to get bogged down in the same tasks: authentication, payments, email systems, dashboards, background jobs, and system logging.

Wouldn’t it be smarter to start with all of that already done?

That’s exactly what EasyLaunchpad offers.

Built on top of the powerful .NET Core 8.0 framework, EasyLaunchpad is a production-ready boilerplate designed to let developers and SaaS builders launch their apps in days, not months.

💡 The Problem: Rebuilding the Same Stuff Over and Over

Every developer has faced this dilemma:

Rebuilding user authentication and Google login

Designing and coding the admin panel from scratch

Setting up email systems and background jobs

Integrating Stripe or Paddle for payments

Creating a scalable architecture without cutting corners

Even before you get to your actual product logic, you’ve spent days or weeks rebuilding boilerplate components. That’s precious time you can’t get back — and it delays your path to market.

EasyLaunchpad solves this by providing a ready-to-launch foundation so you can focus on building what’s unique to your business.

🔧 Prebuilt Features That Save You Time

Here’s a breakdown of what’s already included and wired into the EasyLaunchpad boilerplate:

✅ Authentication (with Google OAuth & Captcha)

Secure login and registration flow out of the box, with:

Email-password authentication

Google OAuth login

CAPTCHA validation to protect against bots

No need to worry about setting up Identity or external login providers — this is all included.

✅ Admin Dashboard Built with Tailwind CSS + DaisyUI

A sleek, responsive admin panel you don’t have to design yourself. Built using Razor views with TailwindCSS and DaisyUI, it includes:

User management (CRUD, activation, password reset)

Role management

Email configuration

System settings

Packages & plan management

It’s clean, modern, and instantly usable.

✅ Email System with DotLiquid Templating

Forget about wiring up email services manually. EasyLaunchpad includes:

SMTP email dispatch

Prebuilt templates using DotLiquid (a Shopify-style syntax)

Customizable content for account activation, password reset, etc.

✅ Queued Emails & Background Jobs with Hangfire

Your app needs to work even when users aren’t watching. That’s why EasyLaunchpad comes with:

Hangfire integration for scheduled and background jobs

Retry logic for email dispatches

Job dashboard via admin or Hangfire’s built-in UI

Perfect for automated tasks, periodic jobs, or handling webhooks.

✅ Stripe & Paddle Payment Integration

Monetization-ready. Whether you’re selling licenses, subscription plans, or one-time services:

Stripe and Paddle payment modules are already integrated

Admin interface for managing packages

Ready-to-connect with your website or external payment flows

✅ Package Management via Admin Panel

Whether you offer basic, pro, or enterprise plans — EasyLaunchpad gives you:

#CRUD interface to define your packages

Connect them with #Stripe/#Paddle

Offer them via your front-end site or API

No need to build a billing system from scratch.

✅ Serilog Logging for Debugging & Monitoring

Built-in structured logging with Serilog makes it easy to:

Track system events

Log user activity

Debug errors in production

Logs are clean, structured, and production-ready.

✅ Clean Modular Codebase & Plug-and-Play Modules

EasyLaunchpad uses:

Clean architecture (Controllers → Services → Repositories)

Autofac for dependency injection

Modular separation between Auth, Email, Payments, and Admin logic

You can plug in your business logic without breaking what’s already working.

🏗️ Built for Speed — But Also for Scale

EasyLaunchpad isn’t just about launching fast. It’s built on scalable tech, so you can grow with confidence.

✅ .NET Core 8.0

Blazing-fast, secure, and LTS-supported.

✅ Tailwind CSS + DaisyUI

Modern UI stack without bloat — fully customizable and responsive.

✅ Entity Framework Core

Use SQL Server or switch to your own #DB provider. EF Core gives you flexibility and productivity.

✅ Environment-Based Configs

Configure settings via appsettings.json for development, staging, or production — all supported out of the box.

🧩 Who Is It For?

👨‍💻 Indie Hackers

Stop wasting time on boilerplate and get to your #MVP faster.

🏢 Small Teams

Standardize your project structure and work collaboratively using a shared, modular codebase.

🚀 Startup Founders

Go to market faster with all essentials already covered — build only what makes your app different.

💼 What Can You Build With It?

EasyLaunchpad is perfect for:

SaaS products (subscription-based or usage-based)

Admin dashboards

AI-powered tools

Developer platforms

Internal portals

Paid tools and membership-based services

If it needs login, admin, payments, and email — it’s a fit.

🧠 Final Thoughts

#Launching a #SaaS product is hard enough. Don’t let the boilerplate slow you down.

With EasyLaunchpad, you skip the foundational headaches and get right to building what matters. Whether you’re a solo developer or a small team, you get a clean, powerful codebase that’s ready for production — in days, not months.

👉 Start building smarter. Visit easylaunchpad.com and get your boilerplate license today.

#easylaunchpad #bolierplate #.net

[apitoautomatemails]

Integrating Direct Mail API with Your CRM: A Step-by-Step Guide

In an era of omnichannel marketing, integrating direct mail with your CRM system allows your business to deliver personalized, tangible messages at scale. By connecting a Direct Mail API to your CRM, you can automate print campaigns just like emails—triggered, tracked, and customized. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the integration process, benefits, and best practices for using a Direct Mail API with CRMs like Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, and more.

Why Integrate Direct Mail with Your CRM?

Automation at Scale: Trigger direct mail campaigns based on customer behavior or data changes.

Improved Personalization: Use CRM data (name, address, preferences) to generate tailored mailers.

Increased Engagement: Physical mail cuts through digital clutter and boosts response rates.

Enhanced Campaign Tracking: APIs allow real-time tracking and analytics.

Sales Alignment: Automatically send follow-up letters or postcards based on pipeline stages.

Step-by-Step Integration Guide

Step 1: Choose the Right Direct Mail API

Before integration, evaluate key features:

API documentation quality

CRM compatibility

Webhook support

Print and mail services (postcards, letters, checks, etc.)

Real-time tracking

GDPR/CCPA compliance

Popular APIs:

Lob

PostGrid

Click2Mail

Postalytics

Sendoso (via Zapier)

Step 2: Map CRM Data Fields

Identify which CRM fields will be used for your direct mail campaigns:

Contact name and address

Segmentation tags

Trigger events (e.g., new signup, abandoned cart)

Custom attributes (e.g., subscription plan, purchase value)

Step 3: Connect CRM to the API

Use native integrations, middleware (like Zapier/Make), or custom scripts.

Examples:

Salesforce + Lob API: Use Apex code or a Zapier connection.

HubSpot + PostGrid: Integrate via webhook triggers.

Zoho CRM + Postalytics: Use Zoho Flow for automation.

Step 4: Design Your Direct Mail Template

Use HTML templates or drag-and-drop editors from the API provider. Leverage:

Merge tags (e.g., {{first_name}})

QR codes or personalized URLs (PURLs)

Brand-compliant visuals

Step 5: Test Your Workflow

Test with internal contact data

Review print previews

Check webhook responses

Track delivery and event logs via API dashboard

Step 6: Launch and Monitor Campaigns

Once tested:

Schedule or trigger live campaigns

Monitor open, delivery, and response metrics

Adjust templates based on performance

Best Practices for CRM + Direct Mail API Integration

Ensure Address Validation: Use an address verification API before sending.

Segmentation is Key: Create micro-targeted segments.

Compliance First: Use secure, compliant systems to handle personal data.

A/B Testing: Experiment with designs, messages, and offers.

Post-campaign Analysis: Sync back response data to your CRM.

Use Cases by CRM Type

Salesforce: Trigger renewal letters for subscription products.

HubSpot: Follow up with direct mail postcards after email bounces.

Zoho: Send loyalty mailers to high-LTV customers.

Pipedrive: Auto-send printed thank-you notes after deals close.

Conclusion

Integrating your CRM with a Direct Mail API enables a new level of offline automation that’s timely, relevant, and measurable. With the right setup, businesses can bridge the digital-physical gap and create memorable customer experiences at scale.

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Before You Buy: 9 Essential Checks for Resource Management Tools

Selecting a resource management platform is an investment in predictable profits and happier project teams. The right tool does far more than book names to tasks; it becomes the operational core of Professional Service Automation (PSA) software, aligning sales, delivery, and finance. Use these nine checks to separate robust solutions from glittering distractions.

1. Unified Portfolio Sightlines Demand a live dashboard that merges resource utilisation, demand curves, and project health into one view. Multi-level drill-downs—portfolio, programme, project, individual—let managers act before small capacity gaps snowball into missed milestones.

2. Skill-Based Allocation Engine Titles alone are blunt instruments. Look for granular skill matrices, certification tracking, and proficiency scoring. An allocation engine should auto-suggest best-fit talent, minimising bench time and raising delivery quality without manual detective work.

3. Forward-Looking Demand Forecasts Tomorrow’s workload is rarely the same as today’s. Prioritise software that models pipeline demand, runs “what-if” scenarios, and flags looming capacity shortfalls three to six months ahead��so hiring or subcontracting isn’t an emergency fire-drill.

4. Timesheet and Finance Symbiosis Timesheets are the raw material of accurate billing. Tight, native links between resource plans, time capture, and invoicing guard against revenue leakage, ensure cost codes are correct, and keep finance teams out of spreadsheet purgatory.

5. Multinational Complexity Handling If your delivery footprint spans countries, insist on native support for multiple currencies, tax regimes, holiday calendars, and entity-level profit-and-loss views. Dashboards should still consolidate seamlessly for executive reporting—no manual stitching required.

6. Self-Service Configurability Every organisation tweaks processes over time. Choose a platform with drag-and-drop layouts, rule-based workflow builders, and no-code custom fields. Operations teams can refine processes in hours—not wait weeks for vendor change requests.

7. Open, Standards-Based Integrations Resource management never lives in isolation. Verify REST or GraphQL APIs, pre-built connectors for CRM, HRIS, payroll, and finance tools, and event webhooks for real-time data exchange. Integration ease today prevents data silos tomorrow.

8. AI-Powered Predictive Insights Modern solutions embed machine learning to forecast over-allocation, recommend upskilling, and predict project overruns. Automation of low-risk approvals frees managers to coach teams and deepen client relationships—high-value work humans excel at.

9. Governance, Security, and Compliance Resource data includes salaries, utilisation rates, and client rates—prime targets for breaches. Confirm ISO 27001 or SOC 2 accreditation, region-specific data residency options, fine-grained role-based access, and audit logs that satisfy internal and client auditors alike.

Closing Thoughts

A comprehensive resource management tool is a catalyst for strategic decision-making—linking sales forecasts, delivery execution, and financial outcomes on a single platform. When each of these nine checks is satisfied, you gain real-time clarity, maximise utilisation, and build a culture where people feel valued and well-deployed. Evaluate methodically, involve stakeholders early, and you’ll acquire a system that scales with your growth ambitions—without compromising on agility, accuracy, or client satisfaction.

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Stop Losing Leads: How ContactFormToAPI Ensures Instant API Sync

In today’s fast-paced digital world, every second counts—especially when it comes to capturing and managing leads. Businesses invest heavily in marketing campaigns to drive traffic to their websites, but often overlook a critical step in the sales funnel: ensuring form submissions are instantly routed to CRMs, APIs, and automation tools.

If you’re relying on manual methods, email notifications, or delayed workflows, you may already be losing valuable leads. That’s where ContactFormToAPI comes in—a powerful solution to instantly sync your contact form submissions with any REST API or CRM.

In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of instant lead capture, the dangers of lead loss, and how ContactFormToAPI can automate and secure your data flow.

 The Hidden Problem: Delayed or Lost Leads

Imagine a potential customer filling out your website’s contact form. They’re interested, ready to buy or inquire, and waiting for a response. But if that form submission isn’t sent to your sales CRM—or worse, gets lost in email—you might never hear from them again.

Common causes of lead loss include:

Forms that only send email notifications

Delayed integrations with third-party tools

Inconsistent data syncing between platforms

Lack of API connectivity with your CRM or automation stack

Each of these issues creates a bottleneck in your lead generation funnel and ultimately costs you business.

 Why Instant API Sync Matters

Speed is the key to conversion. According to research, contacting a lead within the first 5 minutes increases conversion chances by up to 9 times. But this only works if your form data reaches your tools instantly.

Instant API sync enables:

Real-time lead capture and nurturing

Immediate follow-ups via email or CRM triggers

Accurate data logging across your stack

Better automation and analytics

That’s why syncing your contact form data with your backend systems through APIs is essential for any modern business.

Meet ContactFormToAPI: Your Form Automation Ally

ContactFormToAPI is a no-code tool that bridges your website forms and any REST API. Whether you use WordPress (WPForms, Contact Form 7), Webflow, Wix, or a custom site, this tool enables you to send data to your CRM, Google Sheets, email marketing tools, or any REST API.🚀 Key Features:

Instant form-to-API sync

No code setup for most platforms

Support for GET, POST, PUT methods

Custom headers, tokens, and authentication

Zapier and Pabbly Webhook compatibility

Works with WPForms, Elementor, CF7, and more

With ContactFormToAPI, there’s no need to worry about missed leads or complex development work. You configure your endpoint, map your form fields, and the tool handles the rest—instantly.

 Real-World Use Cases

Let’s break down how businesses across industries use ContactFormToAPI to streamline their operations:

1. Marketing Agencies

Connect contact forms to HubSpot, Mailchimp, or ActiveCampaign instantly to launch follow-up campaigns.

2. E-commerce Stores

Send contact or inquiry form data directly to fulfillment or order management APIs.

3. Healthcare Clinics

Automatically sync appointment request forms to EHR systems via secure API calls.

4. B2B Service Providers

Push lead data into Salesforce or Zoho CRM for real-time lead assignment and nurturing.

5. Educational Institutions

Route student inquiries to Google Sheets, CRM, or email workflows without delay.

How It Works

Step 1: Choose Your Form

Whether it’s WPForms, Contact Form 7, Elementor, or any HTML form, you can use ContactFormToAPI with ease.

Step 2: Configure API Endpoint

Add your destination API endpoint URL, method (POST/GET), and required headers or tokens.

Step 3: Map Your Fields

Use the form field names and map them to your API’s field structure. You can also add static data or use smart tags.

Step 4: Test and Go Live

Use the built-in testing tool to validate the integration. Once confirmed, every form submission will be sent to your API instantly.

Security and Reliability You Can Trust

ContactFormToAPI ensures data is transmitted securely using HTTPS, with support for authentication headers, bearer tokens, and custom headers. You can also:

View logs of API calls

Retry failed requests

Get email notifications on integration errors

This reliability helps ensure that no lead is lost due to technical glitches.

⏱ Save Time and Cut Manual Effort

If your current workflow involves manually exporting form data or checking inboxes, ContactFormToAPI can save you hours every week. With automation in place:

Sales teams can respond faster

Marketers can trigger nurturing emails automatically

Business owners can track performance with confidence

 Integrates With Everything

The tool is designed to be platform-agnostic, meaning it works with:

Any REST API (Zapier, Pabbly, Integromat, etc.)

Any CMS (WordPress, Webflow, Wix, Squarespace)

Any CRM (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho, etc.)

Google Sheets, Airtable, Notion, or email tools

This flexibility makes ContactFormToAPI ideal for startups, agencies, and enterprise teams alike.

 Bonus: Tips for Better Lead Capture

Even with instant API sync, it’s important to ensure your lead capture strategy is optimized. Here are a few tips:

Keep your form simple (3–5 fields max)

Use smart field validation

Add form analytics to track conversion rates

Offer an instant confirmation message or email

Regularly test your form-to-API setup

 Final Thoughts: Stop the Leak, Start Growing

Lead generation isn’t just about getting people to your website—it’s about capturing them efficiently and following up without delay. If you’re still relying on email notifications or manual processing, you’re likely leaving money on the table.

ContactFormToAPI offers a fast, reliable, and code-free way to ensure your contact forms talk directly to your tools, whether it’s a CRM, Google Sheet, or custom backend API.

 Ready to Stop Losing Leads?

Visit ContactFormToAPI.com to set up your form integration in minutes. Try the free version or explore premium features for more complex workflows.

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Key Features to Look for in Direct Mail Automation Software for 2025

In an era of increasing digital noise, direct mail automation software stands as a powerful tool for businesses aiming to deliver personalized, tangible marketing experiences. As we step into 2025, choosing the right software means evaluating features that align with modern marketing needs—API integration, personalization, multichannel support, and analytics. This guide breaks down the most crucial features to consider when selecting direct mail automation tools for maximum ROI and customer engagement.

1. Seamless CRM Integration

One of the most vital features to consider is CRM integration. Whether you're using Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, or a custom solution, your direct mail software should easily sync with your CRM platform. This integration enables:

Automated trigger-based mail campaigns

Access to customer behavior and segmentation

Real-time updates on campaign performance

Why it matters in 2025: Personalized marketing driven by real-time customer data enhances engagement rates and streamlines campaign delivery.

2. API Access for Custom Workflows

A robust Direct Mail API allows developers and marketers to build custom workflows, trigger print-mail jobs based on events, and integrate with internal systems. Look for:

RESTful API with extensive documentation

Webhook support for real-time updates

Batch processing capabilities

SDKs in popular languages (Python, JavaScript, Ruby)

Benefits: APIs enable full automation and scalability, making it ideal for enterprise-level or high-volume businesses.

3. Variable Data Printing (VDP) Support

VDP lets you personalize every piece of mail—from names and offers to images and QR codes. The best software platforms will include:

Easy-to-use VDP templates

Integration with dynamic content from your CRM

Automated personalization for large campaigns

2025 Trend: Consumers expect personalized experiences; generic mailers are far less effective.

4. Omnichannel Campaign Support

Today’s marketing isn't just physical or digital—it’s both. Look for software that integrates with:

Email

SMS

Social retargeting

Retention platforms

Bonus: Omnichannel sequencing allows you to create smart workflows like sending a postcard if a user doesn’t open your email within 3 days.

5. Campaign Performance Analytics

Your software should offer deep insights into campaign results. Key metrics to look for include:

Delivery status

Response and conversion rates

Print volume tracking

QR code scans and redemption data

Advanced analytics in 2025 should include AI-driven performance predictions and suggestions for campaign improvements.

6. Address Verification & Data Hygiene Tools

Bad addresses cost money. Your software should offer built-in address verification, using tools like:

CASS Certification

NCOA (National Change of Address) updates

International address formatting

Postal barcode generation

2025 Consideration: With global shipping more common, international address validation is a must-have.

7. Pre-Built Templates and Design Tools

Not every marketer is a designer. High-quality platforms provide:

Drag-and-drop editors

Pre-designed templates for postcards, letters, flyers, catalogs

Brand asset management tools

These reduce campaign creation time and ensure brand consistency across every print asset.

8. Automation Triggers and Rules

Software should support rule-based automations, such as:

“Send a thank-you postcard 7 days after purchase”

“Trigger a re-engagement letter if a customer hasn’t interacted in 60 days”

“Send a discount coupon after a cart abandonment”

Smart triggers improve relevance and timing, critical for campaign success.

9. Cost Estimator and Budget Control

In 2025, transparency is key. The best platforms provide real-time:

Printing and postage cost estimations

Budget tracking dashboards

ROI calculators

Spend caps and approval flows

Marketing teams can stay within budget while ensuring campaign effectiveness.

10. Security and Compliance Features

Data privacy is non-negotiable. Your software should support:

GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA compliance

Data encryption at rest and in transit

Role-based access control

Audit trails and logs

2025 Focus: With AI data processing and automation increasing, choosing a secure platform is mission-critical.

11. Print & Mail Network Integration

Top-tier software connects with certified printers and mail houses globally, allowing for:

Localized printing to reduce shipping time/costs

International delivery tracking

SLA-based delivery guarantees

Distributed networks enhance scalability and ensure timely delivery.

12. Scalability for Enterprise Growth

As your marketing grows, your platform should grow with you. Key considerations:

Support for millions of monthly mail pieces

User management for teams

Advanced scheduling

SLAs for uptime and performance

Conclusion

Direct mail is no longer old-fashioned—it’s a data-driven, automated marketing channel. When choosing direct mail automation software in 2025, prioritize platforms that offer integration, personalization, scalability, security, and advanced analytics. Investing in the right tool ensures your campaigns are cost-effective, personalized, and impactful across every customer touchpoint.

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Automated Mailing API – ​​​Wix

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The Power of Custom API Development: Seamless Integration for Scalable Growth

In the evolving world of digital transformation, businesses are no longer functioning within isolated systems. Whether it's a CRM talking to your website or an e-commerce platform syncing with a third-party logistics provider, interconnectivity is essential. This is where Custom API Development comes into play — a critical component in building agile, scalable, and intelligent digital infrastructures.

At First Rite IT Services, we specialize in delivering robust, secure, and purpose-driven APIs tailored to meet unique business needs across industries.

What is a Custom API, and Why Does It Matter?

An API (Application Programming Interface) acts as a bridge between software systems, allowing them to communicate, share data, and perform functions without human intervention. While third-party APIs offer standardized solutions, custom APIs are designed specifically around your business operations, ensuring optimal efficiency, security, and performance.

From internal tools to mobile apps and third-party platforms, custom APIs allow you to build seamless digital experiences — both for your users and your team.

Key Benefits of Custom API Development

1. Tailored Functionality

Every business has its own processes. Off-the-shelf APIs may not address your specific workflows. Custom APIs, on the other hand, are built to align perfectly with your internal systems and objectives.

2. Improved System Integration

Integrate your ERP, CRM, CMS, payment gateways, or legacy software into one unified system. With a well-crafted API, you eliminate silos and create an automated, synchronized tech ecosystem.

3. Enhanced Security

With growing cybersecurity concerns, data protection is non-negotiable. Custom APIs enable role-based access controls, encrypted communication, and secure authentication, reducing exposure to third-party vulnerabilities.

4. Scalability and Flexibility

As your business evolves, your systems should adapt. Custom APIs can be designed with future-proofing in mind, allowing for easy updates, feature expansion, and new service integrations.

5. Improved User Experience

When systems work seamlessly in the background, users enjoy a smoother, more intuitive interface — whether on a website, app, or platform.

First Rite IT Services: Your Trusted API Development Partner

We’ve helped startups, SMEs, and enterprises across sectors integrate and streamline their operations through custom-built APIs. Our process is collaborative and transparent — from initial discovery through to deployment and long-term support.

Our Custom API Services Include:

RESTful & SOAP API Development

Third-Party API Integration

Mobile & Web App API Services

API Testing, Monitoring & Documentation

Secure Cloud-Based API Architecture

Real-Time Data Exchange & Webhooks

Industries We Support

Our APIs have empowered clients in industries such as:

E-commerce & Retail

Healthcare & Telemedicine

Logistics & Transportation

Finance & Fintech

Real Estate & Construction

Education & eLearning

Let’s Build the Right Connection

Whether you're looking to connect internal tools or launch a new customer-facing product, our team at First Rite IT Services is ready to bring your systems together with speed, security, and precision.

Get in touch today to discover how a custom API can transform your digital operations.

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Launch Your SAP Business One Shopify Integration with APPSeCONNECT in 30 Minutes

Gartner finds that manual data entry error rates average about 1 %, creating costly order inaccuracies.

Integrating Shopify and SAP Business One platforms often drains time and slows orders. SAP Business One Shopify integration can automate data flows and cut manual work. Many teams wrestle with exports, missing orders, and stock mismatches. Our self-serve package fixes that with a no-code wizard that walks you through setup in under 30 minutes. You eliminate IT backlogs, reduce errors, and gain live insights across your store and ERP. All features come for just $99 per month, billed annually, with no hidden fees. Setup takes minutes, not days. Enjoy secure integration built for small and mid-sized shops.

Go Live in 30 Minutes—Don’t Wait, Buy Now!

What Is APPSeCONNECT’s Self-Serve Integration Package?

APPSeCONNECT’s self-serve package makes SAP B1 + Shopify integration simple. You launch a no-code wizard in minutes. Real-time sync keeps data accurate without developers.

Shopify’s merchant-solutions revenue reached $1.55 billion in Q3 2024, up 26 % year-on-year

Product Overview

The self-serve package bundles everything needed for SAP Business One Shopify integration. You skip manual exports and coding setups. It includes pre-built workflows for orders, inventory, customers, and invoices. Your team handles integration from a single dashboard.

Integration Type: Self-serve, drag-and-drop setup

Sync Scope: Customers, orders, invoices, payments

Deployment Time: Under 30 minutes from signup

Monthly Fee: $99 (billed annually)

Support: Email helpdesk with guided walkthroughs

Typical small-business ERP projects still take 3–4 months to deploy, versus 30-minute wizard onboarding.

Zero-Developer Setup & Real-Time Sync

You don’t need IT or coding skills to link Shopify and SAP B1. The wizard guides each field mapping step. Sync runs in real time, updating orders, stock, and customer data instantly. You avoid data delays and mismatches..

Guided Wizard: Step-by-step prompts reduce mistakes

Field Mapping: Drag-and-drop alignment of data fields

Live Validation: Instant checks on each mapping

Progress Bar: Shows setup completion status

Inline Tips: Offers fixes for common mapping errors

B1 Compatibility (SQL & HANA)

APPSeCONNECT supports both SAP B1 SQL and HANA deployments. You choose your database platform without limits. Workflows adapt to your SAP setup, ensuring smooth data exchange. No custom coding is needed for platform differences..

ERP Editions: Supports SAP B1 SQL and HANA

CRM Versions: Works with Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and more

Deployment: On-premises agent or cloud-only

Adapters: Plug-and-play for REST, SOAP, Webhooks

Scalability: Handles small shops to multi-store setups

Security & Compliance

Data travels through secure channels and you manage access using roles and multi-factor authentication. The platform is ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certified, so you are meeting stringent audit standards.

 Encryption: TLS 1.2 and AES-256 both for data in transit and rest

Access Control: Role-based permissions per user

2FA: Enforce two-factor authentication on login

Audit Logs: Record all sync events for compliance

Certifications: ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II

Key Takeaway: Our self-serve package delivers no-code, real-time Shopify–SAP B1 integration with zero developer support required.

The team at APPSeCONNECT was very responsive to my questions and concerns, was always happy to arrange meetings when something needed to be further discussed, and has a can-do attitude. – Matthew Clark, The Mako Group

Eliminate 100% Dev Dependency—Buy Now To See Results!

Key Features That Drive Operational Efficiency

APPSeCONNECT self-serve package packs tools that ease Shopify and SAP Business One integration. It can automate vital data flows and cut manual steps. Teams get live views on orders, inventory, and customers.

A recent retail survey found almost 40 % of merchants cancel ≥1 in 10 orders due to inaccurate inventory data.

Real-time Data Sync

Real-time data sync pushes Shopify orders, inventory, payments, and customer updates into SAP Business One instantly. It removes manual exports and stops duplication errors on both sides.

Order Sync: Transfers Shopify orders into SAP Business One on placement.

Inventory Updates: Adjusts stock counts across both systems without delay.

Customer Sync: Mirrors new customer data instantly in SAP B1.

Payment Status: Updates invoice and payment info live in ERP.

Bidirectional Flow: Reflects changes from SAP B1 back to Shopify automatically.

For example, a mid-sized retailer can use APPSeCONNECT to maintain real-time stock accuracy across multiple stores.

Pre-built Workflows

Pre-built workflows let you plug in common mappings and go live fast. They can save hours of setup and manual coding work

Even the most forgiving studies peg human key-in errors at 1 % of records, so template-driven automation is critical.

Plug-and-Play Mapping: Offers ready-made field maps for orders, customers, and inventory.

Component Library: Provides templates for order-to-invoice and product sync flows.

Customizable Flows: Lets users tweak pre-built workflows with no code.

Reusable Templates: Enables quick cloning of flows for new stores or products.

Error Prevention: Embeds validation rules to catch issues before they sync.

For example, a growing boutique can use APPSeCONNECT to launch new product workflows without coding.

Onboarding in Under 30 Minutes

The self-serve wizard walks you through each step from signup to live sync in under half an hour. It guides mapping, validation, and go-live checks.

Guided Wizard: Step-by-step prompts guide setup from connection to sync.

Visual Progress Bar: Shows current stage and remaining tasks clearly.

Field Validation: Checks each mapped field to avoid data errors.

Instant Feedback: Alerts where required info is missing as you map.

Quick Troubleshooting: Inline tips help fix mapping issues fast.

For example, a startup can use APPSeCONNECT to onboard Shopify and SAP B1 in under 30 minutes.

Transparent Monitoring & Auto-Alerts

Monitor integration health at a glance and get notified when issues arise. Automated alerts keep your team in the loop without manual checks.

Live Dashboards: Display sync status, success rates, and trends in real time.

Auto-Alerts: Sends email notifications on failures or anomalies instantly.

Detailed Logs: Records each transaction for audit and troubleshooting.

Auto-Retry: Automatically retries failed records without manual steps.

Health Checks: Regular system checks ensure stable, ongoing sync.

For example, an online retailer can use APPSeCONNECT to monitor integrations and resolve issues instantly.

Key Takeaway: Real-time sync and pre-built workflows cut manual tasks by  ninety percent, speeding up orders and slashing errors.

Explore how Trimwel LTD leveraged APPSeCONNECT to streamline their SAP Business One and Shopify integration, resulting in improved efficiency and smoother operations.

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Pricing Plans That Fit Every Growth Stage

Choosing the right plan helps you match features to your needs and budget. Each tier offers clear value and predictable costs. You’ll avoid surprises as your store grows.

Gartner projects that 60 % of all custom apps will be built outside IT by 2024 thanks to no-code platforms.

Starter Plan Overview

The Starter plan costs $99 per month (billed annually) and covers core sync needs. It’s ideal for small shops launching their first Shopify–SAP B1 integration.

This plan unlocks real-time order, inventory, and customer sync without extra fees or hidden costs.

Price: $99/month billed annually for all core features

Sync Scope: Orders, inventory levels, customer records, invoices

Setup Time: Under 30 minutes with no-code wizard

Support: Email helpdesk with guided walkthroughs

Security: ISO 27001 and SOC 2 compliance included

For example, a boutique owner can use APPSeCONNECT to start Shopify–SAP B1 automation under $100 monthly.

Growth Plan Overview

The Growth plan costs $300 per month (billed annually) and adds premium apps and advanced workflows. It suits mid-sized teams needing multi-app sync and extended logging.

You get three months of log retention, parallel processing, and an eight-hour support SLA.

Price: $300/month billed annually with all features

Included Apps: Unlimited standard and premium connectors

Log Retention: Three months of detailed execution logs

Automation: Parallel processing and failure record reprocessing

SLA: Eight-hour ticket response time

For example, a growing retailer can use APPSeCONNECT to handle multi-store Shopify sync smoothly.

Enterprise Plan Overview

The Enterprise plan offers custom pricing and unlimited app support for large organizations. It’s built for high-volume sync and complex integrations.

You receive six months of logs, a four-hour SLA, and a dedicated account manager.

Pricing: Custom quotes based on scale and usage

App Support: Unlimited standard, premium, and enterprise connectors

Log Archive: Six months of audit-ready logs

Support: Four-hour SLA with dedicated account management

Advanced Features: Custom workflow development and on-premise agents

For example, a global brand can use APPSeCONNECT to unify Shopify and SAP B1 across regions with top-tier support.

Key Takeaway: Flexible plans—from $99/mo Starter to custom Enterprise—give you clear, predictable costs as you scale.

Automation runs seamlessly in the background, requiring no daily intervention. Orders sync from WooCommerce to our system, while product details update effortlessly. – Dan Adler, Fulis Paperware

Maximize ROI by 300%—Explore All Plans!

Real Business Impact: Use Cases & Scenarios

Many brands have transformed their SAP B1 + Shopify operations with APPSeCONNECT’s self-serve package. They cut manual work, fixed errors, and scaled fast. Real stories show time saved and error drops.

Trimwel LTD

Trimwel LTD was syncing SAP Business One and Shopify by hand. Pricing mismatches and order delays cost hours each week.

After onboarding APPSeCONNECT’s $99/mo package in 30 minutes, they saw flawless pricing sync and faster orders.

Problem: Custom pricing errors in Shopify and SAP B1

Solution: Pre-built pricing workflows with drag-drop mapping

Outcome: 100% pricing accuracy across both systems

Time Saved: 5 hours weekly on manual fixes

Scalability: Added two new regions without extra IT

Golden Toys

Golden Toys was juggling hundreds of daily orders and stock checks. Their team wrestled with manual exports and data gaps.

They plugged in APPSeCONNECT’s self-serve wizard and saw order cycle times fall by 60%. Inventory matched 98% every day.

Orders Processed: 60% faster cycle from order to ship

Inventory Match: 98% stock accuracy on Shopify

Error Reduction: 90% fewer sync failures

Staff Efficiency: Freed 3 team-hours per day for new tasks

Insights: Live dashboards for instant status checks

Sin Hin Frozen Foods

Sin Hin streamlined their SAP B1 and Shopify data flow with zero code. They no longer battled manual exports or stale stock numbers.

With APPSeCONNECT’s guided setup, they improved order processing speed by 40% and gained full data clarity.

Productivity Gain: 40% faster order handling

Data Clarity: Unified product and customer records

Automation: Zero manual CSV imports or exports

Real-Time Alerts: Instant notifications on sync errors

Growth Ready: Scaled without extra developers

Key Takeaway: Brands like Trimwel and Golden Toys cut order cycles by up to 60% and achieve 98%+ stock accuracy.

Witness how WTB synced 99% of bulk orders in minutes and improved accuracy with APPSeCONNECT’s $99/mo package.

Boost Order Speed by 60%—Get Started, On-Board Now!

Why APPSeCONNECT Stands Out

Many tools promise quick links. They still need devs and high fees. APPSeCONNECT’s self-serve package wins on speed, cost, and ease.

Forrester’s Total Economic Impact™ study found Azure Integration Services delivers 295 % ROI in three years, driven by $3.5 million data-entry savings.

APPSeCONNECT vs Traditional Middleware

Many legacy middleware tools need weeks to deploy and costly dev work. You’ll face hidden fees and tedious configs. APPSeCONNECT fixes these gaps with fast, affordable, no-code integration.

Traditional iPaaS solutions often charge per workflow and hide extra costs. They demand dev resources for custom scripts and ongoing maintenance. Your team can’t waste time on configs or surprise bills.

Our self-serve package covers every step—from mapping to live sync—at one flat rate. You get built-in monitoring and guided support so nothing slips through cracks.

Benchmark: Outperforms legacy middleware in reliability and features

Faster Setup: Go live in under 30 minutes, not weeks

Lower Costs: Flat $99/mo covers all features, no add-ons

User-Friendly: Visual, no-code wizard reduces IT dependency

Scalable Support: Grows with you, includes guided help and updates

APPSeCONNECT Versus Others

Many popular tools demand custom scripts and extra fees per connector. Their UIs also overwhelm non-dev staff, slowing down SAP Business One Shopify integration.

APPSeCONNECT delivers ready-made workflows and flat pricing for real-time sync. You’ll avoid surprise costs and complex setups by relying on our no-code wizard.

Workato: Requires recipe coding and pricey upgrades for ERP-grade tasks

Boomi: Has steep learning curve and demands specialist training

Zapier: Lacks robust error handling and real-time retry logic

MuleSoft: Imposes high dev costs and long deployment cycles

Jitterbit: Offers sparse SAP B1 connectors, extending project timelines

Addressing Common Objections

Teams worry about security in self-serve tools. APPSeCONNECT meets ISO27001 and SOC2 standards out of the box.

Others fear rigidity. You can tweak flows with our real-time code editor for custom needs.

Security: Doubts on self-serve; ISO27001 & SOC2 certified

Flexibility: Fixed flows; can customize with code editor

Support: Perceived low-touch; guided walkthrough & helpdesk

Scalability: Plan limits; tiers support more endpoints

TCO: Hidden costs; transparent billing and clear ROI

Key Takeaway: APPSeCONNECT delivers flat-rate pricing, sub-30-minute setup, and enterprise-grade reliability—outperforming legacy middleware in speed, cost, and ease.

We found APPSeCONNECT as a Perfect Integration Partner, that solved our problems with the help of their customized integration solution for Sage and Shopify. – Riyas S, PPE Safety Products Trading LLC

Outpace Legacy Tools by 90%—Don’t Wait, Onboard Now!

Designed for the Modern User: A No-Code Revolution

Integration work still needs coding expertise. No-code tools are shifting that. APPSeCONNECT’s self-serve package lets teams skip custom dev for simple setups.

Organizations implementing order-management automation have logged 80 percent faster order-processing speeds and a 65 percent jump in staff productivity.

Rise of No-Code Integration Tools

No-code platforms let users link apps without writing scripts. They open integration to non-tech staff. This shift cuts reliance on scarce developer time.

Organizations are adopting these tools to speed projects. They see fewer mistakes and faster rollouts. Teams stay nimble and focused on goals.

Accessibility: Any team member can build data flows without coding

Speed: Integrations launch in minutes, not weeks

Cost Savings: Upfront fees stay low versus custom projects

Error Reduction: Pre-built connectors prevent mapping mistakes

Flexibility: Flows adjust easily to new requirements

 For example, a boutique retailer will be using APPSeCONNECT to be accelerating its integrations without writing code.

Empowering Citizen Integrators

Business users know their workflows best. No-code tools empower them to own integration tasks. This reduces IT backlogs and speeds change.

Citizen integrators collaborate with IT to refine flows. They keep systems in sync without waiting for tickets. Everyone shares more control.

Empowerment: Non-tech staff handle routine sync tasks

Collaboration: Teams co-design flows with shared access

Reduced IT Backlog: Support teams focus on critical issues

Quick Iterations: Changes happen fast based on feedback

Knowledge Sharing: Templates centralize best practices

For example, a marketing team will be using APPSeCONNECT to be syncing campaign data without IT support.

APPSeCONNECT’s Role in Modern SaaS Stacks

Modern SaaS stacks favor plug-and-play connections. APPSeCONNECT offers ready adapters for major apps like Shopify and SAP B1. It fits right in.

Our wizard-based designer works inside any cloud setup. You maintain security and scale without adding tech debt. Monitoring stays clear and simple.

Connector Library: Wide support for ERP, CRM, and e-commerce

Security Standards: ISO27001 and SOC2 compliance built in

Scalability: Add endpoints without rewriting flows

User-Friendly Designer: Drag-and-drop for quick mapping

Support Resources: Guided walkthroughs and helpdesk access

For example, a small brand will be using APPSeCONNECT to be fitting it seamlessly into its SaaS ecosystem.

Key Takeaway: Our no-code wizard empowers business users to build and maintain integrations in minutes—no developers or hidden fees needed.

Learn how a customized end-to-end automation offered by APPSeCONNECT helped Sin Hin Frozen Foods improve their productivity and exponentially increase their operational efficiency.

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Getting Started Is Simple

Onboarding a new integration often feels hard. APPSeCONNECT’s self-serve wizard breaks it into four guided steps. You’ll know exactly what to do at each click.

Shopify’s merchant-solutions revenue hit $1.55 billion in Q3 2024, up 26 percent year-on-year—proof storefront volumes keep climbing.

Choose Your Plan

Picking the right plan sets you up for success from day one. Compare Starter, Growth, or Enterprise options based on your order volume and features needed.

Billing is clear and flexible. You’ll see costs for monthly or annual options side by side, with no hidden fees and easy upgrades.

Plan Selection: Choose Starter, Growth, or Enterprise tier

Monthly vs Annual: Compare $99/mo or $1,188/yr at a glance

Feature Matrix: Review included ProcessFlows and SLAs

Budget Clarity: View transparent pricing with no surprises

Upgrade Flexibility: Switch plans anytime with prorated billing

Create Your Account

Account setup takes just minutes with our guided form. Enter your work email and company details to start.

You’ll receive a secure verification code by email. After confirming, you set a password and enable two-factor authentication for added protection.

Email Registration: Enter work email and company name

Verification Code: Receive and enter code to confirm identity

Password Setup: Create a strong, memorable password

Two-Factor Auth: Enable extra security with your phone

Role Assignment: Invite team members and assign user roles

Secure Your Subscription

Adding payment details is simple and secure. We accept credit cards, bank wires, and SWIFT transfers after invoice.

Your billing dashboard shows charges clearly each month or year. You can cancel risk-free and keep trial access for thirty days post-cancellation.

Payment Options: Credit card, bank wire, or SWIFT transfer

Transparent Billing: View all charges in your dashboard

Prorated Changes: Upgrade or downgrade with fair billing adjustments

Trial Policy: Cancel anytime and retain trial for 30 days

Invoice History: Download detailed invoices for records

Activate Data Sync & Customize Your Flows

Connecting Shopify and SAP B1 is the final step. Launch pre-mapped workflows or tweak field mappings in our visual designer.

Set sync schedules every five minutes or trigger via webhooks. Enable auto-retry for failures and email alerts for any issues.

Workflow Activation: Choose pre-built or custom mappings

Sync Frequency: Schedule every five minutes or use webhooks

Error Handling: Auto-retry failed records automatically

Email Alerts: Notify on errors or pauses instantly

Dashboard View: Real-time monitoring of sync history

Key Takeaway: Onboard in four guided steps with our visual wizard—no coding, no IT tickets, no delays.

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Ready to Automate Your Business?

No more manual updates slowing you down. This package frees your team from busy work. You’ll see faster orders, fewer errors, and happier customers.

Reinforce Your Value Gains

You’ll get real-time sync that cuts errors and saves hours each week. The flat pricing means no surprise bills.

Your staff can focus on growth instead of fixing data. You’ll reduce manual checks and speed order cycles.

Real-Time Sync: Updates Shopify and SAP B1 instantly

Error Reduction: Auto-retry fixes failed transactions

Time Savings: Frees hours of manual work weekly

Flat Rate: One price, no hidden fees

Scalable: Grows as your order volume rises

Trusted by Leading Brands

Top brands trust our self-serve package for mission-critical sync. They choose our ISO and SOC2-compliant platform for peace of mind.

Case studies show fewer outages and smoother launches. You’ll join companies that depend on our reliability every day.

Blue Q: Eliminated connector failures and site crashes

Trimwel LTD: Automated pricing sync across regions

BellyGood: Cut manual work and sped order cycles

Apotheca Beauty: Achieved bidirectional Shopify-ERP sync

Sin Hin: Boosted productivity with end-to-end flows

Multiple Ways to Get Started

You can start with a free trial, book a live demo, or chat with sales. No code, no dev team needed—just pick what fits you.

Our guided support and clear docs keep you moving fast. You’ll always know the next step and never feel stuck.

Free Trial: Test full features for 14 days, no card needed

Book Demo: See the wizard in action with an expert guide

Talk to Sales: Get pricing advice for your use case

Live Chat: Instant answers from our support team

Docs & Videos: Step-by-step guides and GIF walkthroughs

Catrike seamlessly integrated their business apps via APPSeCONNECT to streamline orders, invoice, stock and other complex data to deliver better customer experience.

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Conclusion

SAP Business One Shopify integration has never been this fast or simple. You’ll eliminate manual exports, sync orders and inventory in real time, and cut errors dramatically. Teams gain clear visibility across ERP and store in minutes, not days. With guided, no-code setup and flat $99-per-month pricing, you avoid hidden fees and IT backlogs. You’ll free staff from busy work and focus on growth instead. Enterprise-grade security (ISO 27001, SOC 2) and scalable plans ensure you stay protected as you expand. 

Learn How Golden Toys Optimized Their Order Fulfillment Cycle to 60% by Streamlining Inventory and Product Management with APPSeCONNECT

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FAQs

What is APPSeCONNECT’s Self-Serve integration for SAP Business One and Shopify? A plug-and-play, no-code package syncing orders, inventory, customers, and payments in under 30 minutes for $99/mo.

How fast can I set up SAP B1 Shopify integration without developers? The guided wizard enables live, bi-directional sync in under 30 minutes with zero coding required.

What data gets synced between Shopify and SAP Business One? Orders, product catalogs, inventory levels, customer records, invoices, and payments sync automatically in real time.

Which pricing plans are available for the self-serve package? Starter ($99), Growth ($300), and custom-priced Enterprise tiers include increasing ProcessFlows and SLA levels.

Is enterprise-grade security included in the self-serve package? Yes—TLS 1.2, AES-256 encryption, role-based access, two-factor authentication, audit logs, and regular pen-tests.

Do I need IT support to launch this integration? No—our self-onboarding wizard and pre-built workflows remove any IT or developer dependency.

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