Create a DNSFilter network from a request
Turn a complete location request into a registered DNSFilter network with fewer manual setup steps.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Create Networks
Creates a network to group devices or locations under DNS filtering policies.
Why this helps
Network onboarding slows down when location details must be recopied into DNSFilter by hand.
- Create a network from a request with a name.
- Include optional location and policy details when supplied.
- Reduce repeated setup work for new protected locations.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect AnyDB and DNSFilter once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, and name it for network creation.
- 3Tell Notis to create a DNSFilter network from the request, requiring a name and preserving any supplied optional settings.
- 4Choose the webhook trigger and a destination for reports.
- 5Test with one real location request.
Questions about this workflow
What does the network need?
A network name is the minimum. Physical address, coordinates, description, and policy assignment may be included as optional details.
Can it create several networks at once?
This action creates a network. A separate allowed bulk action creates multiple networks in one call.
Does AnyDB start this automatically?
AnyDB trigger events are not listed. An HTTP webhook request starts this workflow.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link AnyDB to Dnsfilter. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
AnyDB triggers
Dnsfilter actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Create IP Address
Adds an IP address to a network for filtering policies.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Add Allowed Application
Allows an application through a policy, regardless of other blocking rules.
Get Application Category
Retrieves details about an application category.
Add Allowlist Domains to Policies
Adds domains to the allow lists of multiple policies, bypassing their filtering rules.
Get Billing Information
Retrieves billing records for an organization, including amounts and billing periods.
Add Blacklist Category To Policy
Adds a content category to a policy’s block list without changing other settings.
Get Category
Retrieves basic information about a category.
Add Blacklist Domain To Policy
Blocks a domain for users covered by a policy.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
AnyDB and Dnsfilter, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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