Hey everyone, I’m trying to figure out how to get all the updates from my Notion workspace. I’ve been messing around with their API, but it doesn’t seem to give me access to the notification inbox. I’m wondering if anyone has found a workaround for this.
I was thinking maybe scraping could be an option? You know, that little bell icon in the top right corner that shows all the recent changes and mentions. It would be super helpful if I could grab all that info somehow.
Has anyone tried scraping Notion’s notification inbox before? Or maybe there’s some other trick to get this data that I’m missing? Any tips or ideas would be really appreciated!
I’ve actually faced a similar challenge with Notion’s API limitations. While scraping might seem tempting, it’s generally not recommended due to potential ToS violations and unreliability. Instead, I’d suggest exploring webhooks if available, or implementing a custom logging system within your workspace. This could involve creating a dedicated page where team members manually log important updates. It’s not ideal, but it’s a workaround that’s served me well. Alternatively, you might want to reach out to Notion’s support team directly. They might have insights on upcoming API features or official solutions for tracking workspace-wide updates that we’re not aware of yet.
As someone who’s grappled with Notion’s API constraints, I can relate to your frustration. While the API doesn’t offer access to the notification inbox, I’ve found a few workarounds that might help.
One approach I’ve had success with is setting up an integration using Zapier or Make (formerly Integromat). These tools can monitor specific pages or databases in your Notion workspace and trigger actions when changes occur. It’s not a perfect solution, but it can capture a good chunk of updates.
Another strategy I’ve employed is creating a custom ‘changelog’ database within Notion. I’ve trained my team to log significant changes there, which we can then query through the API. It requires some manual effort, but it’s been invaluable for tracking important updates.
Lastly, don’t underestimate the power of communication. I’ve found that fostering a culture of update sharing in team meetings or dedicated Slack channels can often be more effective than trying to automate everything. Sometimes, the human touch in information sharing can’t be beat.
yo, i feel ya on the notion struggle. have u tried usin automation tools like zapier? they can kinda track changes n stuff. not perfect but better than nothin. also, maybe set up a quick update channel in slack or discord? team can just drop quick notes there. its not fancy but gets the job done ¯_(ツ)_/¯