TriggerNotionReal-timeUpdated May 2026
How do I trigger when a new Notion database item is added?
Short answer: Drop the "Notion → New Database Item" trigger on your workflow canvas, add filters if you want them, and publish. It fires within seconds of the event in Notion, not on a polling schedule.
Anatomy
What this trigger looks like in a workflow.
Drop it on the canvas. Configure a couple of fields. Publish.
In the builder
Trigger
New Database Item
When the matching event happens
watch for database item addedon database item addedwhen database item addednew database item addedwhen a new item is added to a notion database
What this trigger returns
for the curiousYou don’t need to read this. Tiny Command auto-maps every field into the visual picker so downstream nodes can pull values by clicking. We show it here for power users who want to know what’s on the wire.
{"id": "page_789","title": "New Item","database": "db_456"}
Output shape
Fields available to downstream nodes.
Every field below can be referenced by name in any action or filter that comes after this trigger.
| Field | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| id | string | "page_789" |
| title | string | "New Item" |
| database | string | "db_456" |
Pairs with
Drop these actions after New Database Item.
FAQ
Questions about New Database Item.
How does the New Database Item trigger work in Notion?
Fires when a new item is added to a Notion database. Common use: mirror submissions into another tracker, send notifications, or run AI enrichment on the new row.
Is the New Database Item trigger real-time?
Yes. New Database Item uses webhooks or push subscriptions, not polling. Your workflow fires within seconds of the event happening in Notion.
What data does New Database Item return?
The full event payload from Notion. The output shape table on this page lists every field, its type, and an example value so you can map fields into downstream nodes.
Can I filter New Database Item so only some events start a workflow?
Yes. Add a Filter node right after the trigger and match on any field, whether that's subject, sender, status, or anything else in the payload. Workflows only continue when the filter passes.
Do I need Notion admin permissions to use New Database Item?
For most Notion accounts a standard user can authorize the trigger. Some Notion plans require an admin to enable third-party webhooks. Check Notion's docs if the trigger fails to register.
More triggers
Other Notion triggers.
Trigger
New Page
Fires when a new page is created in a Notion database (functionally the same event as Database Item Added; pick whichever name feels natural).
TriggerPage Updated
Fires when a page is updated in a Notion database. Combine with property filters to react only to specific transitions (e.g. Status to Done).
Build a workflow on this trigger.
One trigger. 12+ downstream actions. Zero glue.
