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Send yourself AI-drafted website lead replies with OpenAI and Gmail

Ready for 3.0

by Luc · 0 views · created 2026-10-13 · Lead Nurturing, AI Summarization

Ready for 3.0. This template uses no nodes that n8n 3.0 removes. No removed nodes, versions or helpers found. Static check, last run 2026-10-19.

What this workflow does

This workflow has 5 nodes and runs when someone submits an n8n form (“Get in touch”). Along the way it connects Gmail. It also calls api.openai.com over HTTP.

How it runs

Trigger: When someone submits an n8n form (“Get in touch”).

  1. Your business details (Edit Fields (Set)): sets 7 fields: businessName, services, serviceArea…
  2. Write reply with OpenAI (HTTP Request): calls api.openai.com (POST)
  3. Build alert email (Code): runs custom JavaScript code
  4. Email me the lead (Gmail): uses Gmail

Services it uses

Gmail

HTTP calls to: api.openai.com

Before you upgrade to n8n 3.0

Nothing in this workflow is removed in n8n 3.0, so it should import and run after the upgrade.

Nodes used (5)

From the author

Quick overview This workflow captures website enquiries via an n8n Form, uses OpenAI to draft a first reply in your business voice, and sends you a Gmail alert containing the lead details, the suggested response, and a one-click mailto link to reply manually.…

Excerpt from Luc's description on n8n.io.

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