Fulfill Customer Data Export Requests Automatically
Handle data portability at scale — when a customer requests their data, gather it, package it securely, and deliver a download link automatically.
- 1
Capture the Request
Add a
Webhooknode fed by your app when a user requests a data export. - 2
Gather the Data
Add
HTTP Requestnodes pulling the customer's records from your systems into a single package. - 3
Store Securely
Add an
Amazon S3node uploading the package and generating a time-limited signed URL. - 4
Deliver the Link
Add a
Gmailnode sending the expiring download link with clear instructions. - 5
Activate and Test
Activate the workflow and submit a test export request. Confirm the package and link are correct.
Frequently asked questions
How do I keep it secure?
Use time-limited signed URLs and verify the requester's identity before packaging any personal data.
What format should exports use?
A machine-readable format like JSON or CSV meets portability requirements and is easy to reuse.
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