IFTTT connects to AI assistants like Claude and ChatGPT, letting you control your connected services and automations through natural conversation. Instead of switching between apps, just ask your AI assistant to do it for you.
Getting Started
Requirements
- A free IFTTT account (Pro or Pro+ unlocks additional features)
- A supported AI assistant (Claude Pro, ChatGPT, or another MCP-compatible client)
How to connect IFTTT to your AI assistant
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Find IFTTT in your AI assistant's settings
- In Claude: Go to Settings > Connectors, then search for IFTTT
- In ChatGPT: Go to Settings > Connected Apps, then search for IFTTT
- If your AI assistant asks for a server URL, enter:
https://ifttt.com/mcp
- Authorize IFTTT — You'll be redirected to IFTTT to sign in and grant permission
- Connect your services — Make sure the services you want to use (e.g., Philips Hue, Google Sheets, Spotify) are connected on your My Services page
- Start using it! — Try asking "What can I do with IFTTT?" to explore
What You Can Do
Once connected, your AI assistant can help you with all of these IFTTT capabilities:
Control your smart home and connected devices
Run actions on any of your connected services in real time — no need to open another app.
- "Turn off my bedroom lights"
- "Set my thermostat to 72 degrees"
- "Send me a notification that says 'Time to leave for the airport'"
- "Add a row to my Google Sheet with today's expenses"
Discover services and what they can do
Explore the 1,000+ services IFTTT supports and find out what's possible.
- "What services does IFTTT have for smart home?"
- "What can I do with Philips Hue through IFTTT?"
Find and enable Applets
Search IFTTT's library of pre-built Applets and turn them on without leaving the conversation.
- "Find Applets for saving Spotify tracks to a spreadsheet"
- "Enable the Applet that texts me when the ISS passes overhead"
Create custom Applets
Describe an automation in plain language and your AI assistant will help build it as an IFTTT Applet.
- "Create an Applet that emails me when it's going to rain tomorrow"
- "Set up an automation that logs my Strava workouts to Google Sheets"
Connect new services
If a service isn't connected yet, your AI assistant can guide you through connecting it to IFTTT right from the conversation.
Troubleshooting
Authentication problems
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| "Unauthorized" or "Invalid token" error | Disconnect and reconnect IFTTT in your AI assistant's settings. Your authorization may have expired. |
| Authorization page doesn't load | Try clearing your browser cache, or use a private/incognito window to re-authorize. |
| Can't find IFTTT in your AI assistant | Make sure your AI assistant supports MCP connectors. If it asks for a server URL, enter https://ifttt.com/mcp. |
Service connection issues
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| "Service not connected" error | Visit My Services on IFTTT and connect the service you're trying to use. |
| Action runs but nothing happens | The service connection may be stale. Go to the service's settings page on IFTTT, disconnect it, and reconnect it. |
| "Service temporarily unavailable" | The third-party service may be experiencing an outage. Wait a few minutes and try again. |
Other issues
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| "Upgrade required" | Some features require an IFTTT Pro or Pro+ subscription. Visit IFTTT Plans to upgrade. |
| "Missing required fields" | The action needs more information. Try being more specific — for example, specify which light or which spreadsheet. |
| Responses seem slow | Some actions take a moment to complete, especially if they involve multiple services. If requests consistently time out, try again in a few minutes. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements?
- A free IFTTT account (Pro or Pro+ unlocks additional features)
- A supported AI assistant (Claude Pro, ChatGPT, etc.)
- The services you want to control must be connected to your IFTTT account
Does this cost extra?
The IFTTT MCP integration works with a free IFTTT account. Some advanced features (like multi-action Applets and filters) require a Pro or Pro+ subscription. Your AI assistant may also require its own subscription.
How is this different from using the IFTTT website or app?
The IFTTT website and mobile app let you browse, create, and manage Applets through a visual interface. The AI assistant integration lets you do the same things through natural conversation. It's especially useful for:
- Quick actions — "Turn off the lights" is faster than opening an app
- Discovery — Ask "What can I automate with my Google Calendar?" instead of browsing
- Complex automations — Describe what you want in plain language and let the AI help build it
What happens to my data?
- Your AI assistant sends requests to IFTTT on your behalf using a secure authorized connection
- IFTTT processes requests the same way it would from the website or app
- Your IFTTT password is never shared with the AI assistant
- IFTTT's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply
- Refer to your AI assistant's privacy policy for how it handles conversation data
Which AI assistants are supported?
- Claude by Anthropic
- ChatGPT by OpenAI
- Microsoft Copilot Studio
Can I use multiple AI assistants at the same time?
Yes. Each AI assistant creates its own connection to your IFTTT account. You can use IFTTT with Claude, ChatGPT, and others simultaneously.
What services work through AI assistants?
Any service connected to your IFTTT account can be used through the AI assistant integration. IFTTT supports over 1,000 services including smart home devices, productivity tools, social media, and more. Browse the full list at ifttt.com/services.
What is MCP?
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open standard that lets AI assistants connect to external tools and services. It's the technology that enables your AI assistant to interact with IFTTT on your behalf. You don't need to know anything about MCP to use IFTTT with your AI assistant — just connect and start asking.