The Global Storage feature enables you to create dynamic global values that can be read, and updated across all your automations. This gives your automations the ability to remember and update shared information as they run.
For example, a storage item can track sign-up counts, manage sales promotions, or store business flags in one place.
Once you create your global storage item, use it as a shared value in any of your automations. You can always update the value and it will apply to all of the relevant automations. This allows you to build scalable, adaptable logic without duplicating work across flows.
Creating a global storage item
Create a global storage item to save values that can be reused and updated across all your automations.
To create a global storage item:
Click the Add Step icon
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Click Custom value drop-down and select Global storage item.
Click Item drop-down and select + Create Item.
Select the item's data type:
Text: For unformatted information, like names or phone numbers.
Email: For formatted email addresses.
URL: For links (must start with http:// or https://).
Date-time: For dates and times, such as event dates or when something was added.
Number: For numerical values, such as points, amounts, or discounts.
Counter: For values that increase step by step, like tracking the number of sign-ups.
Boolean: For settings that are either true or false, such as an on/off flag or promotion status.
Click Next.
Configure the item as needed:
Name: Give your item a unique, indicative name.
Initial value: Give a starting value to your item.
(Optional) Description: Help you to easily identify the item.
Click Save.
Important:
Once the item is saved, only the value can be updated.
Using a global storage item in your automation
Add a global storage item anywhere in your automation where you need to use an item's value. Because they’re available across all your automations, you can easily keep key information like promotion statuses, counters, or scheduled dates consistent everywhere you need it.
To use a global storage item in your automation:
Click the condition or action where you want to add your global storage item.
Click the relevant field to open the property picker
Select your global storage item needed for your automation.
Tip: You may need to click the Properties tab of the property picker.
Continue building your automation as needed.
Note about actions:
Global storage items are only available for actions that you customize using the property picker.
Updating the value of a global storage item
Update the shared value in your global storage item to match your automation's needs (e.g. new happy hour discount).
To update the value of a global storage item:
Click the Add Step icon
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Click Custom value drop-down and select Global storage item.
Click Item drop-down and select your global storage item.
Update the item value as needed.
FAQs
Click a question below to learn more.
Can I delete a storage item?
No, storage items cannot be deleted at this time. If you no longer need a storage item, simply stop using or updating it in your automations.
How many items can I create?
You can create up to 100 items per site.
What’s the difference between global storage items and local variables?
Global storage items are shared across all automations where they keep the same value everywhere. Local variables are only available in the specific automation where you create them.
What are the best examples for using each format?
Text
Best for storing plain text or phone numbers. For example, save the name of your top-paying client each month, or store a contact’s phone number you want to use in reminders.
Email
Best for saving valid email addresses. For example, store your support team’s email so automations can send alerts or handoffs directly to the right contact.
URL
Best for links starting with http:// or https://. For example, save the URL to your monthly sale landing page so you can include it automatically in client notifications.
Date-time
Best for dates and times whenever you need to schedule or record events. For example, store the date of your annual sale to trigger reminder messages for your customers.
Number
Best for storing any numerical value (but not for phone numbers). For example, save the percentage for your daily happy hour discount, and update it as needed for special offers.
Counter
Best for tracking counts that increase or decrease over time. For example, keep track of how many users have signed up via your website form.
Boolean
Best for flags that just need to be set to true or false. For example, show whether a studio is available based on your booking calendar, or set if a promotion is currently active.
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