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# How Do I Generate Completion Certificates?

Sending members **Course completion certificates** gives them tangible proof of their progress. It builds confidence, motivates them to keep going, and deepens engagement in your community.

This article walks you through how to use **[Zapier](https://docs.mightynetworks.com/for-hosts/analytics-and-integrations/can-i-use-zapier-with-mighty-networks)** to automatically send certificates (or congratulatory messages) to members when they complete a Course.

If you’re not familiar with Zapier, it’s an automation tool that connects different apps so you can create simple workflows between them—no coding required.

**Note:** You’ll need a **paid Zapier account** to automate Course completion certificates. This workflow isn’t available on the free Zapier plan.

## Using Mighty Automations

You can also use our native **[Automations](https://docs.mightynetworks.com/for-hosts/automations/how-can-i-set-up-automations-in-my-mighty-network)** feature to show a pop-up when a member completes a Course. This message can include a link where they can download their completion certificate.

## Using Zapier

## Building the Zap

To automate sending a certificate or completion message after a member finishes a Course, you’ll create a **Trigger** and an **Action** in Zapier.

## Step 1: Set Up Your Trigger

1. In Zapier, create a new Zap.

2. Select **Mighty Networks** as the **Trigger** app.

3. Choose **Course Progress Update** as the **Event**.

From here, you’ll configure which Course completion should trigger the Zap, then connect it to whatever tool you’re using to send certificates (for example, email or a certificate app).

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750388842381" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750388842381)

Click **Continue** and connect your Mighty Network in the **Account** section if you haven’t already.

Then select **Close** at the bottom of the Trigger box.

Next, select the **+** icon below the Trigger to add your **Action**.

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## Add an Action

For the next step in your Zap, add an **Action** and select **Filter**.

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Set the filter to:​**Progress Percentage → Exactly matches → 100**

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Setting this filter ensures that the member receives a completion certificate only after they’ve completed **100%** of the Course.

Click **Continue**, then add a new Action by selecting the **+** icon below the Action box.

Next, choose the app you want to use to generate your Certificate of Completion.

Popular options include **Canva**, **Google Slides**, **SimpleCert**, and **Certifier**.

## Creating a Certificate of Completion Using Google Slides

Start by **[creating your certificate](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1LdzFssNUfc1yg88ZA9KU9XWAPP5Ws1AY6egA9_DzSlI/template/preview)** in **Google Slides**. Google Slides includes a variety of ready-to-use templates, or you can design your own from scratch.

Once your certificate is ready, return to Zapier and select **Google Slides** as your Action app.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750418814349" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750418814349)

Choose **Create Presentation From Template** as the **Event**.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750392889101" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750392889101)

If your Google account isn’t connected yet, Zapier will prompt you to connect it after you click **Continue**.

Under the **Action** settings:

* Give your certificate a unique name in the **Title of New Presentation** field. This title will appear for your members.

* If you want members to be able to **download** their certificate, set **Is Shared?** to **True**.

* In the **Template Presentation** dropdown, select the Google Slides file you created for your Certificate of Completion.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750405066637" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750405066637)

Once you’ve completed the setup, click **Continue**.

Zapier will then create a **test certificate** in your Google Slides account. This test pulls in sample data from your Trigger App based on how you mapped your fields in Google Slides.

To review it, go to your Google Slides account and open **All Slides** to find the test certificate.

## Modify the Zap to Send the Certificate to Your Members

In the same Zap, add another **Action** and choose **Email by Zapier** as the Action app.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750373187085" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750373187085)

Choose **Send Outbound Email** as the **Action Event**.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750382610061" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750382610061)

Click **Continue**, then set up your email template.In the **To** field, select the email value from your **Trigger** using the dropdown menu.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750388853133" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750388853133)

Choose **User Email**.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750418819341" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750418819341)

Fill in the **Subject** line with the text you want members to see when they receive their certificate. Then complete the **Body** of your email.

**Tip:** Use variables from your Trigger to personalize your message.

In the **Attachment** field, select your **Google Slides** Action, then choose the generated certificate file from the dropdown menu.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750382613517" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750382613517)

Complete any additional optional fields, then click **Continue** to test your Zap.

* If you used **your own email address** in the **To** field, you’ll receive a test email from your Mighty Network through Zapier Mail.

* If you mapped a **customer’s email address**, Zapier will send the test to that customer’s inbox.

After a successful test, make sure to switch your Zap **from Off to On** so it runs automatically.

[<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/mightynetworks/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750388861197" alt="" />](/images/for-hosts/courses/how-do-i-generate-completion-certificates/18750388861197)

Remember, you can always return to your Zap to update the certificate template or adjust your email message at any time.

**Note:** If you add or remove Lessons or Sections in your Course, be sure to **test your Zap again** to confirm it still fires correctly when members reach 100% completion.

## What Will My Member Experience?

When your Zap is turned on, Zapier will automatically create and send a certificate to members as soon as they complete your Course.

When a member selects **Mark as Complete** on the final Lesson, the Zap will fire and they’ll receive their Certificate of Completion right away.