Previously, after connecting AI models (like Claude, Cursor, or ChatGPT) through the MCP server, users had to switch to the model’s external chat interface to perform actions such as creating coupons, updating sheets, or managing contacts. Now, with MCP Chat, you can chat directly inside OttoKit. No more switching apps — simply open the built-in chat inside MCP and run your operations instantly using the connected tools. Everything happens seamlessly within OttoKit.
If you have many workflows and want to hide the ones you don’t need right now temporarily, you can use the new Archive Workflow feature. Bulk-archive workflows you’re not using and access them anytime in the Archive section. Unarchive them whenever needed — simple and clean workflow management.
Integration Updates
Easy Digital Downloads
Added 4 new actions:
Create Purchase
Update Purchase
Update Purchase Meta
Revoke Purchase
MemberPress
Added new trigger: Membership Created
Twitter
Added 2 new triggers:
New Mention
New Post
Added 8 new actions:
Create Community Note
Delete Post
Get Mentions
Get My User
Get Post
Post Tweet
Reply to Tweet
Repost Post
Search Posts Eligible for Community Notes
Improvements
Hidden the “Add Tasks” link on the dashboard until the user exceeds 80% of task usage.
Added hover tooltips for Formatters, similar to the ones on Filters and Conditions.
Reduced polling time for both Notion triggers to 10 minutes.
Added support for Relation columns in Notion databases.
Increased allowed character length for Dynamic Data search.
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where the OttoKit plugin was overriding global WordPress font styles.
Fixed: HubSpot Create/Update Contact with Custom Fields not loading properties.
Fixed UI issues in mobile view where MCP → Manage Tools, History, and 3-dot options were not visible.
Fixed the Apply button not working on the History data filter in certain cases.
Fixed data refresh issues in flyouts and edit mode.
Removed “?” symbol from Facebook login error message.
Fixed: Created By value missing inside the Workflow Info popup (when opened from the canvas).
Fixed: Copied actions now stay in the clipboard until manually removed.
Fixed: Connection creation issue from the single connection page related to the version.
Fixed: Attached folders appearing in new workspaces even when they don’t exist.
Fixed: Typing <@FG3123321> treated “@” as dynamic mapping — now handled correctly.
Fixed: Unable to return back from Workflow Builder when opened in a new tab.
Fixed: Double RecipeCreateWithAI message appearing during recipe search.
SureDash is a comprehensive WordPress plugin that transforms your website into a centralized hub for community engagement, online courses, events, and client interactions.
Are you new to automation? Just starting to explore or trying to build your first workflow? Or maybe you’re an existing user looking to debug or improve your workflows without reaching out to the support team? Introducing OttoKit AI Assistant – your personal in-app assistant that helps you build, troubleshoot, and optimize workflows simply by chatting in natural language. Open your workflow and start a conversation with your assistant whenever you get stuck. Note: OttoKit AI Assistant is currently in Beta, and ongoing improvements will continue in future updates.
You can now easily import multiple workflows directly from the Workflows page; no need to visit the Settings page anymore. Whether you’re importing workflows from another account or from a shared CSV file, this dedicated Import button simplifies and speeds up the process.
Fixes & Improvements
Fixes
Fixed several issues related to translation.
Fixed an issue where the Version button was not working on initial load in the Workflow Builder.
Fixed an MCP Server internal name issue that caused some AI clients using our MCP server to misinterpret instructions.
Fixed an RSS Feed issue that caused an “Undefined array key” error when only one feed item was present.
Improvements
Added Array field type support for MCP, enabling apps like DataForSEO to work correctly when used as tools.
Updated the Voxel “Update Post” action so that custom fields are now optional, allowing users to fill only the required fields as needed.
Restricted account creation using disposable or temporary email domains to improve platform reliability and security.
Ottokit is no longer limited to English! Now you can use Ottokit in Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Russian. Simply select your preferred language from the dashboard top bar menu, and the entire interface will switch to that language.
Need a Gmail (or any other) connection but don’t want to set it up yourself? No problem! With the new Request Connection option on the Connections page, you can request a connection from a team member, colleague, or friend.
Enter their email to send them an invite, or share the request link directly.
Once they accept, you can use the shared connection in your account.
We’ve refreshed the overall Ottokit design for a smoother and more modern experience. The platform still feels familiar, but you’ll notice subtle UI enhancements across the entire platform, making navigation and workflow building cleaner and more intuitive.
Bug Fixes & Improvements
Fixed: Recipe search not working
Fixed: Start Loop action issue – iteration starting from 1 incorrectly showed a red mark.
Fixed: Clicking the Try Now button created two recipes instead of one.
Fixed: Duplicate toast notification issue.
Fixed: Ottokit Core App Trigger Workflow Completed – response data now correctly appears in the flyout when the workflow is completed.
Fixed: Duplicate dynamic fields appearing in dropdowns.
Improved: Conditions in Filter, Branch, and Path nodes are now displayed as tooltips on hover, making it easier to understand workflows with multiple conditions or complex paths.
Design beautiful, professional email templates with our new drag-and-drop editor.
Create engaging campaigns that convert without relying on external HTML templates.
Previously, you had to paste custom HTML into the email action body. Now, you can design templates directly in Ottokit and use them seamlessly in actions like Gmail: Send Email. Watch this quick video to get familiar with the Email Template Builder.
Platform Improvements
Dedicated Recipe Listing Page – Explore all recipes in a well-structured, categorized format on our website.
Workflow Zoom & Layout Consistency – When zooming in/out on the canvas, workflows will now maintain their position and no longer revert back after saving the flyout. This is especially helpful for longer workflows or smaller screens.
Integration Updates
Text Formatter – Added new Concatenate action to combine multiple fields into one string.
Twilio – Added new Send WhatsApp Message action.
Bug Fixes
Fixed: Chatbot icon incorrectly visible on the login page after logging out.
Fixed: Issues in App Builder related to saving & updating flyouts.
Fixed: RSS Feed trigger activating incorrectly across multiple workflows.
Fixed: Beta tags are displaying for apps that are not in beta.
Multistep Workflows in Free Plan – You can now create and publish multistep workflows in the free plan. Earlier, this was available only on higher plans. Go ahead and create powerful, multi-action workflows for free with Ottokit! 🎉
New Email Verification Flow – Verification is now optional during onboarding. You can complete onboarding and access the dashboard first. The email verification reminder will remain on the top bar until completed.
Clear Cache in WordPress Admin – Added a “Clear Cache” option under Status > Troubleshooting in the Ottokit menu. Useful if iframes fail to load or connections need refreshing.
StoreEngine – A modern, all-in-one eCommerce plugin for selling digital/physical products, subscriptions, memberships, and more — without slowdowns or addon costs. New Triggers & Actions in StoreEngine: Trigger: Product Purchased Actions: Create Product, Update Product, Create Order
August 5, 2025 Release: Draggable Flyouts, Enhanced Translation Support, and New Core Apps
This update enhances workflow building with a resizable flyout, adds translation support for settings, and introduces new apps like FTP, XML, Crypto, HTML, Convert to File, and Extract from File. It also brings new actions to existing apps and important bug fixes for a smoother experience.
You can now drag and resize the workflow builder flyout using the new handle. This improves visibility, especially for apps like Filter with multiple input fields.
XML App – Convert between XML and JSON formats. HTML App – Generate templates, extract HTML content, and convert data into tables. Crypto App – Generate random data, encode/decode, sign/verify, HMAC signatures. Convert to File App – Convert input into formats like HTML, ICS, ODS, CSV, JSON. Extract from File App – Extract data from HTML, XML, CSV, ODS, TXT, XLSX, etc. FTP App – Create directories, upload, and download files on FTP servers.
OttoKit July 2025 Update: New Onboarding, Custom API Support , & Facebook Login/SignUp
We’ve launched a powerful new update aimed at making OttoKit smarter, more intuitive, and user-friendly. This release brings significant improvements across onboarding, integrations, and the overall user experience. Here’s a detailed look at what’s new:
New Onboarding Flow with 14-Day Business Trial
We’ve completely redesigned the onboarding experience to help new users get started quickly and explore OttoKit’s powerful features right from the beginning.
Key Highlights:
Simplified 3-Step Registration: The signup process is now streamlined into three quick steps that collect only essential user details.
Smart Plan Redirection: After completing the third step, users are guided to a pricing page (Step 4) where they can explore available plans or continue with the Free Plan.
14-Day Free Business Trial (Surprise for Free Users): If a user selects the Free Plan, they’re presented with a surprise no-commitment 14-day Business Trial at the final step—allowing them to explore advanced features firsthand.
Custom API support has now been added to nearly all OttoKit apps (excluding Core and WordPress apps), providing greater flexibility for users to go beyond predefined actions.
Why It Matters:
Custom API Calls: While each app includes standard endpoints, external services often update or add new ones. If a required endpoint is missing in the native app, users can now define their own using the Custom API action.
Endless Integration Possibilities: This feature empowers developers and advanced users to create custom actions, connect with evolving APIs, and expand the platform’s capabilities.
Perfect for building advanced and tailored workflows.
We’ve packed this release with thoughtful improvements that make OttoKit cleaner, smarter, and more user-friendly than ever. From streamlined help text in forms and an AI-focused dashboard to granular WordPress access controls and clearer error handling — every enhancement is designed to reduce friction and boost your productivity.
This release also marks the launch of OttoKit MCP — your AI’s new gateway to 1,000+ external apps. Easily trigger actions using Claude, Cursor, or OpenAI Desktop in under 1 minute — no code required.
You’ll also notice:
A sleek new horizontal workflow builder for easier navigation
An upgraded app selection UI that’s faster and more intuitive
Smarter dynamic forms that surface only what’s needed upfront
Whether you're building powerful workflows with AI or managing access across teams, OttoKit’s July update gives you faster setups, cleaner designs, and greater control at every step.
MCP Server – Bridge between AI Tools and External Apps
MCP is a standard protocol. It equips your AI with a list of apps and actions that you choose—such as sending a direct message in Slack or drafting an email in Gmail—and allows it to call those tools whenever needed.
Key features of OttoKit MCP include:
Nearly 1,000 app connections: Connect your AI to thousands of apps in our library without needing to build or maintain the integrations yourself.
Code-free setup: No technical knowledge required. Easily connect OttoKit MCP to Claude, Cursor, and OpenAI Desktop within minutes—no coding needed. You can then perform actions using simple, natural language.
AI suggestions: Skip manually entering all field details. OttoKit’s AI can suggest values for fields to help speed up the action setup process.
On/off toggles: Temporarily disable an action in your MCP page without deleting it. This allows you to keep all the pre-configured settings and enable it again later.
Built-in security: OttoKit MCP endpoints include secure authentication, encryption, and rate limiting to ensure protection against abuse.
Real-World Use Cases:
Here are a few examples of what your AI can do with OttoKit MCP:
Find, add, or update specific rows inside your Google Sheets.
Manage a BuddyBoss community by instructing AI to write and send messages reminding members about upcoming events.
Create a calendar event and have your AI send an email invitation with the meeting details.
OttoKit is embedded into your WordPress admin via iframe. But until now, everyone with admin access could see and use it.
With the new OttoKit Settings under WordPress Settings, you can:
Grant or restrict access to the OttoKit interface
Choose who sees it based on: – User roles (e.g., Editors, Authors, Contributors – Individual users
Examples:
You’re an agency managing a client site — and you want only the Editor to see OttoKit.
You run a membership site where staff shouldn’t access automation tools.
Details:
Admins always have full access (no configuration needed)
Others must be granted access through this new settings screen
This gives you better control and security, especially for multi-user environments or client-facing implementations.
Fixes, Improvements & New App Endpoints
Fixes
WordPress Connection Issue Due to Permalink Structure Changes
We’ve fixed the issue where OttoKit would break if the permalink structure was changed.
Existing Connection: If a user has an active connection and later changes the permalink structure to “Plain”, a warning message is now shown on the OttoKit Dashboard.
Initial Setup: If a user already has the “Plain” permalink structure during setup, the same warning appears on the “Get Started” screen.
Previously, the error message when hitting the WordPress connection limit always mentioned the Free Plan, regardless of the user’s actual plan. Now, the message reflects the user’s current plan, making it more accurate and less confusing.
Array Handling in Action Responses In the action response, arrays are now displayed as proper arrays (instead of a flattened format), improving readability and structure for developers and end users.
Warning Icon for Incomplete Actions If any action in your workflow is incomplete (e.g., missing required mappings or misconfigured), a warning icon now appears below the action. This helps users identify configuration issues before running or publishing workflows.
That’s a Wrap!
That’s a wrap on this release! From AI-powered MCP integrations to a redesigned horizontal workflow builder and smarter, streamlined forms, this update is all about speed, control, and clarity.
We’ve focused on refinement and usability — simplifying form interactions, decluttering the dashboard, improving WordPress access control, and giving developers better feedback. Whether you’re just getting started or scaling complex workflows, OttoKit is now smoother, smarter, and more secure than ever.
As always, we’re excited to see what you build next — and remember, this is just the beginning.
Let’s automate bigger, better, and faster — together.
No more squinting at tiny dropdowns or losing your place.
We’ve completely revamped the Dynamic Mapping dropdown – transforming a cramped, hard-to-use popup into a spacious, searchable interface that makes field selection effortless.
The new dropdown appears on the left side of your workflow builder with full visibility and smart search, so you can find and map values in seconds, not minutes.
Your dynamic mapping dropdown now uses the entire available height of your screen, showing more fields at once without cramped scrolling through tiny spaces.
Instant Search
Looking for a specific field among dozens of options? Just start typing and the dropdown instantly filters to show only matching values. Find what you need in seconds.
Smart Positioning
The dropdown appears perfectly aligned with the field you’re configuring – right where you expect it, at the same level, so you never lose context.
Stable Interface
While you’re selecting values, we lock the scroll to prevent accidental page movements that could disrupt your selection process.
Works Everywhere
The new dropdown is fully responsive and works seamlessly across all screen sizes and devices.
The difference is night and day:
Old dropdown: Small, cramped pop-up that often got cut off or hidden, making you scroll endlessly to find the right field. New dropdown: Spacious, searchable interface positioned exactly where you need it, with all your options clearly visible.
Perfect for:
Complex integrations with many available fields
Workflows with nested data structures that have multiple levels
Power users who build intricate automations daily
Anyone who wants a faster workflow configuration without the frustration
The result? Workflow building that’s 3x faster, with zero guesswork about which fields are available or where they went.
Try the revamped Dynamic Mapping dropdown – it’s live in all your workflow configurations now →
New Apps and Integration Updates – Formaloo, Line Messenger, Pipedrive & More!
At OttoKit, we’re always working behind the scenes to give you more power and flexibility. Every week, we introduce new apps and enhance existing integrations by adding useful triggers, actions, and improvements to help you automate smarter.
This time, we’ve added 4 brand new apps and made significant upgrades to many of your favorite tools like Pipedrive, FluentSupport, Freshdesk, and more!
Let’s dive into what’s new and how these improvements can benefit your workflows!
Formaloo helps you build powerful forms, quizzes, surveys, and internal tools—all without code! You can now integrate Formaloo with OttoKit to collect data, automate follow-ups, and drive decisions.
SimpleTexting is a powerful platform for sending SMS campaigns, alerts, and reminders. You can now use it in your workflows to engage your users via text automatically.
Textverified allows you to verify phone numbers using real devices for SMS or voice verifications. Perfect for authentication and account security flows!
Now you can connect with your audience on one of the most popular messaging platforms—Line. Automate replies, updates, and engagement through Line Messenger right from your workflows.
Big Updates to Existing Integrations!
We’ve improved several popular apps by adding new actions and triggers. These updates give you more control and flexibility when building automations.
