Global Variables

Note

Global variables can be added with the Variable Picker.

Global Variable Types

There are two distinct types of Global Variables:

Raw value variable:
- Stores plain text values that are visible to anyone with access to the workflow.
- Typically used for non-sensitive information like configuration settings or default values.
Secret variables
- Store sensitive information like API keys, passwords, or tokens in an encrypted format.
- Their values are hidden in the workflow editor and logs for security reasons.
Use Secret Global Variables whenever handling sensitive or confidential data to ensure it remains secure throughout the workflow execution.

Creating a New Global Variable

Add new global variable

On the left-hand side navigation menu, click the icon > New Variable. The New Global Variable dialog box opens.

Enter the following parameters

Parameter	Description
Name	Name of global variable.
Value	Value of the variable.
Secret	Select the checkbox if you wish to define the variable as secret. Uses the default secret manager of the workspace.

Click Create

Your newly created variable will be added to the table.

Using global variables in Workflows

Use global variables anywhere that the variable picker is available. All existing global variables can be found in the GLOBAL VARIABLES section in the variable picker.

Access the Variable Picker

Click + to open the Variable Picker.

Select the Global Variable

Select a global variable. In this example we are selecting the “Default Slack Variable” option.

If it is a _secret global variable, the variable value is not displayed.
If it is a raw value variable, its value is displayed on the right-hand side of the variable picker.

Add it to the Workflow

Click Add. The global variable is defined in your Workflow Step.