Webhook tool
Receive inbound requests to start or feed workflows
Get a unique URL to receive HTTP requests from external systems. Real-time triggers from payment providers, email platforms, forms, and custom apps—no polling required.
Popular solutions using Webhook tool
Real-world automation scenarios
Third-party order sync
Receive orders from a marketplace or ERP via webhook. Parse payload, map to your format, sync to Shopify or Data.
Email event processing
ESP sends webhook on bounce, open, click. Filter by event type and update Data or trigger follow-up.
Payment notifications
Payment provider webhooks for successful charge, refund, subscription. Update CRM, send receipt, or trigger fulfillment.
Form backend
Host forms elsewhere; POST to MESA webhook. Process submissions, add to Data, notify team, or trigger downstream flows.
App-to-app events
Zapier, Make, or custom app sends webhook when something happens. MESA receives and orchestrates the rest.
Custom dashboard triggers
Button click or internal tool triggers webhook. Run reports, sync data, or start a workflow on demand.
Getting started with Webhook tool
Add webhook as trigger
Use Webhook as the first step. MESA generates a unique URL. Copy it into your external system.
Configure the sender
Point your app, form, or service at the webhook URL. Send POST with JSON body, headers, or query params.
Use the payload
Access headers, body, and query params in later steps. Transform, Filter, or pass to API and Data.
Building is better together
Tools often used together:
Why choose MESA's Webhook tool?
| MESA Webhook | Zapier | Make | Custom server | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Included in price | ✓ | Per task | Per op | Host yourself |
| Unique receive URL | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Payload in workflow | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Custom |
| No per-webhook fees | ✓ | Per task | Per op | Host costs |
| Signature validation | ✓ | Varies | Varies | Custom |
| Cost | FREE | Per task | Per op | Dev + infra |
Unlike other platforms, MESA's Webhook tool is included free with every plan.
Common questions
What HTTP methods does the Webhook support?
Can I validate webhook signatures?
How do I access webhook data in later steps?
What's the difference between Webhook and API?
Can a webhook trigger start a workflow?
Where can I learn more?
Start using the MESA Webhook tool today
Included free in all MESA plans
Need help setting up webhooks? Our team will help you connect your first inbound workflow. Contact us →
