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Step 1: Retrieve and Enter Your API Key

  1. Log into Ashby using an Admin account.
  2. Navigate to Admin → API Keys → + New.
  3. Create a new API key with Read All and Write All permissions.
  4. Copy the generated API key.
  5. In the Alex web app, go to Settings (left-hand navigation; only Alex admins have access).
  6. Under Settings, open the Integrations section and select Ashby.
  7. Paste the API key and click Test Connection.
  8. If successful, click Connect to save your credentials.

Step 2: Configure Automations

After connecting Ashby, you can enable automations to streamline your recruiting process:
  • Candidate Invites: Automatically invite candidates to complete an Alex interview after they apply to an open role in Ashby.
  • Interview Creation: Automatically create Alex Interviews when a job is added or updated in Ashby. This is ideal for high-volume or high-turnover roles where speed is critical.
    We recommend getting comfortable creating Alex Interviews manually before enabling automatic creation.

Key Takeaways

  • The Ashby integration keeps your candidate and job data in sync with Alex.
  • Automations save time but should be enabled thoughtfully to match your workflow.
  • You can always start with manual interview creation before turning on full automation.