Set up webhooks in We-Link API to receive real-time LinkedIn event updates directly to your platform or app.
Webhooks are a way for We-Link API to automatically send data to your platform the moment an event happens. Think of them as instant notifications that let your product react in real time.
For example, you can use webhooks to update your CRM the moment a connection request is accepted or trigger a workflow when a new lead responds.
This article walks you through how to add and configure a webhook in We-Link.
Step 1: Go to the Webhooks tab and click “Add Webhook”
From your We-Link dashboard, navigate to Settings → Webhooks, then click the ‘Add Webhook’ button.
Step 2: Fill in the required information
You’ll need to provide the following details:
Webhook name: A descriptive name to identify this webhook.
Webhook URL: This is the endpoint on your server or app that will receive incoming data from We-Link. If you're not sure what this is, your developer or technical team can generate it from your platform’s backend. It must be a publicly accessible HTTP/HTTPS URL.
Description: Optional context or notes to help you (or your team) understand the webhook’s purpose.
Secret code: This is a string used to verify the authenticity of webhook calls. You can generate a secure token from your system or ask your developer to provide one. We-Link will use this code to sign webhook payloads, and you can use it on your end to validate that requests are legitimate.
Step 3: Choose your triggers
Select the specific events that will activate this webhook, these are the actions that will cause We-Link to send information to your endpoint. You can select multiple triggers per webhook based on your integration needs.
Step 4: Test and save
Once you’ve configured your settings and selected the appropriate triggers, click ‘Test’ to ensure your endpoint is responding correctly. If successful, hit ‘Save’ to activate the webhook.
If you need help troubleshooting a webhook connection or want advice on best practices, reach out to our support team anytime via the chat in the bottom right of the website or app.