--- title: Algolia slug: algolia-com description: How to integrate Algolia with Make.com image: https://make-cxp-documentation.ams3.digitaloceanspaces.com/apps-center-icons/PREVIEW_algolia-com.png createdAt: 2025-12-11T15:17:26.897Z --- | :inlineImage[]{src="https://make-cxp-documentation.ams3.digitaloceanspaces.com/apps-center-icons/algolia-com.png" alt="Algolia logo" caption size="50" width="512" height="512"} | Algolia is a hosted search and discovery API platform that enables fast, relevant search experiences. Integrating Algolia with Make.com allows users to automate indexing, update search records, and manage search configurations directly from their workflows. | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :::hint{type="warning"} This is AI-generated content based on official Algolia documentation. The content may contain mistakes. Please verify important information. If you have questions on vendor documentation, contact [Algolia](https://support.algolia.com/hc/en-us/articles/25485789581457-Guide-for-filling-in-the-Algolia-Support-Contact-Form) directly. ::: # Requirements To use the Algolia app in Make, you must have an active Algolia account and an API key with the necessary permissions, [create your account on Algolia](https://www.algolia.com/). For subscription, refer to the [Algolia pricing page](https://www.algolia.com/). # Connect Algolia and Make To get started, you must first create a connection between Algolia and Make, allowing the two services to communicate. ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem **Obtain your API Key in your Algolia account** ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem **Create the connection in Make.** ::: :::: ## Obtain your API Key in your Algolia account Before you create the connection in Make, you should first obtain your **API Key** in your Algolia account. To obtain your **API Key **: ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Navigate to the** API keys** section from the account or settings area in the dashboard. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Copy the** API key** displayed on the screen. ![](https://make-cxp-documentation.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/apps-center-screenshots/algolia-com_API_Key) ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Copy the** Client ID** displayed on the screen. ::: :::: You will use this value while creating a connection in Make. Because the UI might have changed, the steps you see on your screen might be different, [check the vendor documentation for updates.](https://dashboard.algolia.com/account/api-keys/) ## Create the connection in Make :::::WorkflowBlock ::::WorkflowBlockItem [[Log in in your Make](https://www.make.com/en/register) account](https://www.make.com/en/register), add the Algolia module to your scenario, and click **Create a connection. ** :::hint{type="info"} If you add a module with an instant tag, click **Create a webhook**, then **Create a connection.** ::: :::: :::WorkflowBlockItem *Optional: *In the **Connection name** field, enter a name for the connection. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Enter the **authentication credentials** you copied from your Algolia account or follow the on-screen instructions to create the connection. ::: ::::: For detailed information on connecting an application, see **[Connect an application](docId\:SO88FM6pkT0G-adKDDfzZ)** page. # Algolia modules After connecting to the Algolia app, you can choose from a list of available modules to build your scenarios. :::ExpandableHeading ### Add a new record (with auto-generated object ID) Creates a new record and inserts it into a specified index. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Add or update record attributes Adds new attributes to a record or updates selected existing attributes, while leaving any unspecified fields unchanged. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Get a Record Fetches a single record using its specific object ID. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### List Indices Retrieves a complete list of all indices available within your current Algolia application. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Make an API Call Executes a custom API request to the connected service using your authorized account. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Search Records Fetches data entries from a specified index in your database. ::: # Templates You can look for more templates in [Make's template gallery](https://www.make.com/en/templates), where you'll find thousands of pre-created scenarios. # Algolia resources You can have access to more resources related to this app on the following links - [Algolia topics on Make community](https://community.make.com/search?q=Algolia) - [Algolia website](https://www.algolia.com/) - [Algolia API documentation](https://www.algolia.com/) - [Algolia page on make](https://www.make.com/en/integrations/algolia-com) *** :::CtaButton{label="Get started for free" externalHref="https://www.make.com/en/register" openInNewTab="true"} :::