How to connect Slack to Trello
Stop dealing with manual email management. This guide shows you how to automatically Create Card in Trello whenever New Message in Channel happens inside Slack.
Why automate this workflow?
Manual processes introduce delays and errors. With this automation you automated communication with customers. It runs 24/7 so your team never misses key context.
💡 Pro tip: Start with a simple workflow, then add filters once validated.
Project Status Communication Workflows
Here are proven ways teams connect Slack with Trello to eliminate manual work and reduce errors:
Task completion alerts
Notify the project channel when critical tasks are marked complete so stakeholders stay informed.
Blocker escalation
Automatically flag blocked tasks to the team lead's DM so nothing slips through the cracks.
Sprint updates
Post a daily summary of task progress to keep remote teams aligned without extra standups.
⚡ Advanced tip: Filter notifications by task priority—only send alerts for High and Critical tasks to avoid notification overload.
Step-by-step implementation
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Create a scenario in Make.com
Sign up or log in. Click "Create a new scenario" and choose Slack as the first module.
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Configure the trigger
Select New Message in Channel inside Slack. Authorize your account and set any filters you need.
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Add the Trello action
Choose "Create Card" and map fields from the trigger. Test once and turn it on.
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Test and activate
Click "Run once" to test. If everything works, turn on your scenario.
Free vs Pro: Which Plan?
Free is great for testing. Pro is better for business.
Free Plan
$0/mo
- ✕ 1,000 ops/month
- ✕ 2 scenarios
- ✕ 15-min interval
Pro Plan
$9/mo
- ✓ 10,000+ ops/month
- ✓ Unlimited scenarios
- ✓ 1-min interval
FAQ
Is this integration free?
Yes. The free tier of most automation platforms supports a few hundred operations per month—perfect for piloting.
Do I need to code?
No. Everything is handled via drag-and-drop builders. Advanced users can still inject custom logic if needed.
How long does setup take?
Most users complete setup in under 5 minutes.
What if automation fails?
Make.com logs all executions. You can see what went wrong and replay.