Step 1: Retrieve and Enter Your API Key
- Log into Crelate with an Admin account.
- Go to: https://app.crelate.com/go#user/userapi.
- Enable API access and copy My API Key.
- In the Alex web app, navigate to Settings → Integrations → Crelate.
- Paste the API key into the field and click Test Connection.
- Once the test is successful, click Connect to save your credentials.
Step 2: Configure Automations
After connecting Crelate, you can enable automations to accelerate your hiring process:- Candidate Invites
Automatically invite candidates to complete an Alex interview after they apply to an open role in Crelate.
This is the most common automation for efficiency. - Interview Creation
Automatically create Alex Interviews when a job is added or updated in Crelate.
This is useful for high-volume or high-turnover roles where speed is critical.
Tip: Start with manual interview creation to learn the workflow before turning this on.
Key Takeaways
- The Crelate integration keeps your jobs and candidate data in sync with Alex.
- Automations can save time, especially for high-volume recruiting.
- Manual setup first, then automate—ensuring accuracy before scaling.