Node Inputs
Required Field
- Feed Link: Google Alerts RSS feed URL
- Get this from Google Alerts by right-clicking the RSS icon and copying the link
Optional Fields
- Timeframe: Filter alerts by publish date
- past hour
- past day
- past week
- past month
- all
- Outputs: Select information to retrieve:
- links
- titles
- dates
- snippets
Node Output
All outputs are provided as lists (string[]):- Links: URLs to alert sources
- Titles: Article headlines
- Dates: Publication dates
- Snippets: Content previews
Node Functionality
The Google Alerts RSS Reader node retrieves alert content from Google Alerts RSS feeds. Key features include:- Flexible time filtering
- Multiple output options
- Batch alert processing
- Easy feed URL access
- List format outputs
- Customizable data retrieval
When To Use
The Google Alerts RSS Reader node is essential when you need to monitor specific topics or keywords. Common use cases include:- Brand Monitoring: Track mentions of your company or products
- Competitor Analysis: Follow competitor activities and mentions
- Industry Updates: Stay informed about sector developments
- Topic Research: Gather information about specific subjects
- Monitoring press coverage of your brand
- Following industry regulation changes
- Tracking specific product mentions
- Gathering news about emerging trends
Important Considerations:
- Feed Link must be from Google Alerts
- All outputs are provided as lists