Keep lockdown rule revisions connected to their request sheet
When the monitored request changes, Notis can update the specified lockdown rule with the revised URL or IP settings.
Trigger
Cell Range Values Changed
Triggers when values in a specified A1 range change in Google Sheets. This trigger monitors a specific cell or range of cells and fires when any values change.
Action
Update Lockdown Rule
Tool to update a zone lockdown rule. Use when you need to modify the IP or URL settings of an existing Zone Lockdown rule after confirming the rule exists.
Why this helps
Changing access requirements can leave a lockdown rule out of date while a request waits for manual handling.
- Respond to changes in a specific monitored range.
- Keep a known lockdown rule linked to its request details.
- Reduce manual re-entry of URL and IP updates.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Google Sheets and Cloudflare api key once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, and give it a name.
- 3Tell Notis to update the specified Zone Lockdown rule with the revised URL or IP settings in the changed range.
- 4Pick Cell Range Values Changed as the trigger and choose where run reports go.
- 5Test with one real range change and confirm the zone and lockdown rule ID.
Questions about this workflow
What must I provide to update the rule?
Confirm the zone and lockdown rule ID, then supply the intended URL pattern or allowed IP changes.
Does this create a missing lockdown rule?
No. This action updates an existing Zone Lockdown rule. Use the create action when a new rule is needed.
Can it update both IPs and URL settings?
The action modifies the IP or URL settings. State the intended changes clearly and provide the full relevant details.
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