Meta Ads
Retrieve Leads
Retrieve leads from Meta Ads lead generation campaigns
The Retrieve Leads node lets you fetch leads generated from Facebook and Instagram lead generation campaigns. Perfect for downloading lead data, syncing with CRM systems, and analyzing lead generation performance.
When to Use It
- Download leads from Facebook/Instagram lead generation campaigns
- Sync lead data with CRM systems or databases
- Analyze lead generation performance and quality
- Export leads for follow-up and nurturing campaigns
- Monitor lead capture rates and form completion data
Inputs
| Field | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Page | Select | Yes | Select the Facebook page that owns the lead forms |
| Form | Select | Yes | Select the specific lead generation form to retrieve leads from |
| Date Range | Date Range | No | Select date range to filter leads (optional) |
| Limit | Number | No | Maximum number of leads to return (1-10,000) |
Output
Returns lead data with contact information and form submission details collected from your lead generation campaigns.Credit Cost
- Cost per run: 1 credit (regardless of number of leads retrieved)
FAQs
What information is included in the lead data?
What information is included in the lead data?
Lead data includes:
- Contact details: Name, email, phone number (based on form fields)
- Custom form fields: Any additional fields you configured in your lead form
- Submission timestamp: When the lead was captured
- Lead source: Campaign and ad set information
- Form details: Which specific form was submitted
Can I retrieve leads from multiple forms at once?
Can I retrieve leads from multiple forms at once?
No, this node retrieves leads from one form at a time. To get leads from multiple forms:
- Use separate instances of this node for each form
- Combine the results using List Merge or similar tools
- Or run the node multiple times with different form selections
How recent are the leads I can retrieve?
How recent are the leads I can retrieve?
Leads are typically available within minutes of submission. There’s no specific time limit on how far back you can retrieve leads, but using the date range filter can help you focus on recent leads or specific time periods.
What if I don't see my lead form in the dropdown?
What if I don't see my lead form in the dropdown?
If your lead form doesn’t appear:
- Ensure the form is published and active in Meta Ads Manager
- Check that you’ve selected the correct Facebook page
- Verify your connection has access to the page and its lead forms
- The form must have been published before it appears in the list
What if I don't see my Facebook page in the dropdown?
What if I don't see my Facebook page in the dropdown?
If your Facebook page doesn’t appear in the Page dropdown:
- Reconnect your Facebook account: Go to your connections and reconnect your Facebook/Meta account
- Check page permissions: When reconnecting, make sure to select “All pages” or specifically choose the page you want to access
- Verify page ownership: Ensure you have admin or editor access to the Facebook page
- Page business account: Make sure the page is connected to a Meta Business account that you have access to
- Try refreshing: Sometimes it takes a few minutes for new page permissions to sync
How can I automate lead processing?
How can I automate lead processing?
Set up automated lead processing by:
- Scheduler: Run this node regularly (hourly/daily) to catch new leads
- Sheets: Store leads in Google Sheets for easy access
- Email: Send lead notifications to your sales team
- AI Analyze Data: Score or qualify leads automatically
Can I filter leads by specific criteria?
Can I filter leads by specific criteria?
The node provides basic date range filtering. For more advanced filtering:
- Use AI Analyze Data to filter by lead quality or specific field values
- Use List Tools to filter by contact information patterns
- Set up conditional logic with If Router based on lead data
What happens if there are no leads in the selected timeframe?
What happens if there are no leads in the selected timeframe?
The node will return an empty result set if no leads were captured during the specified date range. This is normal for:
- New lead forms that haven’t received submissions yet
- Inactive campaigns or paused ads
- Date ranges with no campaign activity
How do I handle duplicate leads?
How do I handle duplicate leads?
To manage duplicate leads:
- Use List Remove Duplicates to filter out repeat submissions
- Check email addresses or phone numbers as unique identifiers
- Implement lead scoring to prioritize higher-quality submissions
- Set up deduplication logic before syncing to your CRM
Can I retrieve leads from Instagram as well as Facebook?
Can I retrieve leads from Instagram as well as Facebook?
Yes! Lead generation forms can capture leads from both Facebook and Instagram ads. The node retrieves leads regardless of whether they came from Facebook or Instagram, as long as they’re connected to the selected Facebook page and form.