Airtable

Connect Mage to Airtable as a destination to load data into your bases. This guide explains how to configure authentication using a Personal Access Token and the required base ID.

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Configuration Parameters

To use Airtable as a destination, provide the following configuration values:

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Generating Credentials

To generate your Airtable Personal Access Token:

1. Visit the Airtable Developer Hub.
2. Click Create token.
3. Assign the appropriate scopes (listed below).
4. Save the token securely and include it in your Mage destination configuration.

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Required Scopes

Make sure your token includes the following scopes:

• schema.bases:write — Required for schema access
• data.records:write — Required to insert, update, or delete records in Airtable

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FAQs

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What is base_id in Airtable?

The base_id is a unique identifier for your Airtable base. It typically starts with app and can be found in the base’s URL or retrieved using the Airtable API.

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How should I store my Airtable token securely?

Use environment variables or Mage’s secrets manager to store your token. Avoid hardcoding tokens in your configuration files or version control.

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Can Mage write data to multiple Airtable bases?

Yes, but you must configure each destination with its corresponding base_id and ensure the access token has permission for each base.

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Related Resources

• Airtable API Docs
• Schema Guide
• Personal Access Token Guide