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What are Connectors?

Connectors are software components that sync and index data from external applications into PipesHub. They enable your chatbot and agents to search through your organization’s knowledge base. Use Connectors when you want to query or search data. The indexed data becomes searchable knowledge for your AI assistants. Key characteristics:
  • One-way data sync - Import data into PipesHub for indexing
  • Knowledge retrieval - Make data searchable for AI assistants
  • Periodic syncing - Data is synced on a schedule, not in real-time
Important: When authenticating a connector, use the same email address as your PipesHub account. Using a different email will cause permission issues on the PipesHub platform.
When you want to use both Connector and Toolset: In the Agent Builder add nodes from Knowledge (Collections, API Apps) for document search and context retrieval, and add nodes from Tools for performing actions. Connect both to your Agent Core so the agent can search context and take action in the same conversation.

Available Connectors

Our platform supports a wide range of connectors organized by ecosystem to help you integrate with your favorite tools and services.

Google Workspace

ConnectorDescription
GmailAccess and manage email communications, create automated workflows
Google CalendarSync events, create meetings, and manage scheduling
Google DriveFile storage, sharing, and collaboration management
Google DocsDocument creation, editing, and collaboration
Google SheetsSpreadsheet data management and analysis
Google SlidesPresentation creation and sharing
Google FormsSurvey and form data collection
Google MeetVideo conferencing integration
Google AdminWorkspace administration and user management
YouTubeVideo content management and analytics

Microsoft Ecosystem

ConnectorDescription
OutlookEmail and calendar management
OneDriveCloud file storage and synchronization
OneNoteNote-taking and knowledge management
TeamsTeam collaboration and communication
SharePointDocument management and team sites
PlannerTask and project management

Atlassian

ConnectorDescription
JiraIssue tracking, project management, and agile workflows
ConfluenceTeam collaboration and knowledge base management

Communication & Support

ConnectorDescription
SlackTeam messaging and collaboration
ZammadOpen-source helpdesk and ticketing system
ZendeskCustomer support and ticket management

Cloud Storage & Infrastructure

ConnectorDescription
Amazon S3Scalable object storage and data management
Microsoft AzureCloud computing platform and services
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Google’s cloud infrastructure services
BoxEnterprise content management and collaboration
DropboxFile synchronization and cloud storage
NextcloudSelf-hosted file sync and share platform

Development & Project Management

ConnectorDescription
GitHubVersion control, code collaboration, and project management
LinearModern issue tracking and project management
NotionAll-in-one workspace for notes, docs, and projects

Database & Analytics

ConnectorDescription
AirtableFlexible database and project management

Security & Compliance

All connectors are built with enterprise-grade security in mind, supporting OAuth 2.0 authentication, data encryption, and compliance with major industry standards including SOC 2, GDPR, and HIPAA where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions

AspectConnectorsToolsets
PurposeSync and index data for searchEnable agents to perform actions
Data FlowOne-way (import data into PipesHub)Two-way (read and write via API)
When to UseQuery/search dataPerform actions on data
Example: Use a Gmail Connector to index and search your email history. Use a Gmail Toolset to send new emails through an agent.
Connector — Use when you need document context search: connectors sync and index your documents, emails, and pages so your assistant can find and use that context, and they do not perform actions.Toolset — When you need actions: create or update content, send messages, or run analytical queries (e.g. JQL, CQL, reports).Quick takeaway: Search & context → Connector. Actions → Toolset.
The callback URL is displayed in PipesHub when configuring a connector:
  1. Go to Settings > Connectors
  2. Click “Configure” on the connector you want to set up
  3. Copy the Redirect URI shown in the dialog
  4. Add it to your OAuth app’s allowed redirect URIs in the service’s developer console
The callback URL must match exactly between PipesHub and the OAuth app for authentication to succeed.
Connectors need read-only permissions to sync and index data. When creating your OAuth app in the service’s developer console, grant only the scopes listed in the specific connector’s documentation page.Using read-only scopes ensures connectors can access your data for indexing but cannot modify or delete anything in your external applications.
There are three common causes:
  1. Email mismatch - The email used during connector authentication doesn’t match your PipesHub account email. This causes permission issues preventing you from accessing synced data.
    • Fix: Reconfigure the connector and authenticate using the same email as your PipesHub account.
  2. Records not displaying in “All Records” - Documents or data from the connector are not showing up at all in the All Records section.
    • Fix: Check permissions in the connector configuration, verify email match, and go to Settings > Connectors to ensure all records have synced successfully.
  3. Data not yet indexed - The connector is still syncing or hasn’t completed the initial indexing process.
    • Fix: Go to Settings > Connectors, check the sync status, and wait for indexing to complete.