Do I need to know how to code to use webhooks?

Not necessarily. Tools like Zapier and Make allow configuring webhooks without code.

What are webhooks useful for in my business?

Automating: sending post-purchase emails, updating CRMs, Slack notifications, adding to email lists.

Does Crealo support webhooks?

Yes. Crealo receives webhooks from Stripe to process purchases and activate deliveries automatically.

Do I need to know how to code to use webhooks?

Not necessarily. Tools like Zapier and Make allow configuring webhooks without code.

What are webhooks useful for in my business?

Automating: sending post-purchase emails, updating CRMs, Slack notifications, adding to email lists.

Does Crealo support webhooks?

Yes. Crealo receives webhooks from Stripe to process purchases and activate deliveries automatically.

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Technical

Webhook

A webhook is an automatic notification sent from one system to another when an event occurs.

Crealo Team

Creator economy experts helping creators monetize their skills

Published: 2026-01-25Updated: 2026-02-07

Definition

A webhook is a communication mechanism between web applications where one system automatically sends data to another when a specific event occurs. Unlike APIs that require constant polling, webhooks send data in real-time when something happens.

Examples

1Stripe sends a webhook to Crealo when a payment completes to activate product delivery.
2A webhook notifies your email tool when someone buys to add the buyer to a list.
3Zapier receives webhooks to automate actions like sending a Slack message when there's a new sale.

How to apply it

For advanced automations, connect services like Zapier or Make to receive webhooks from purchase events and trigger automatic actions.

Frequently asked questions

Related terms

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API

An API is an interface that allows different programs to communicate with each other.

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Stripe

Stripe is an online payment processing platform used by millions of businesses.

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Stripe Connect

Stripe Connect is a payment solution that allows platforms to facilitate payments between buyers and sellers.

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Back to glossary

Technical

Webhook

A webhook is an automatic notification sent from one system to another when an event occurs.

Crealo Team

Creator economy experts helping creators monetize their skills

Published: 2026-01-25Updated: 2026-02-07

Definition

Examples

1Stripe sends a webhook to Crealo when a payment completes to activate product delivery.
2A webhook notifies your email tool when someone buys to add the buyer to a list.
3Zapier receives webhooks to automate actions like sending a Slack message when there's a new sale.