Tutorials5 min readUpdated 2026-06-29
ReCharge Triggers in n8n Explained
Every trigger type for ReCharge in n8n, when to use each, and reference workflows.
Key takeaways
- Webhook > polling > schedule > manual.
- Signatures on all webhooks.
- Timezone matters.
- Test each in dry-run first.
Choosing the right trigger for a ReCharge workflow makes the difference between smooth automation and 3am pages.
Webhook triggers
Near-real-time. Use whenever ReCharge offers webhooks. Verify signatures.
Polling triggers
Fine for hourly-ish work. Prefer webhooks otherwise.
Schedule triggers
Ideal for reports and cleanup. Set explicit timezones.
Manual triggers
For ad-hoc jobs and testing. Guard with role-based access if shared.
Frequently asked questions
- Latency?
- Webhooks: <500ms. Polling: whatever your interval is.
- Rate limits?
- Polling costs API calls; webhooks do not.
- Deduping?
- Always — even for webhooks. Providers retry.
- Fallback?
- Add a schedule trigger as a safety net for critical work.