
ApproveThis manages your ChargeKeep Integration approvals.
April 17, 2025
Integration Category: Payment Processing
When Payments Meet Approval Power
Let's get real: your finance team's stuck playing carrier pigeon between ChargeKeep subscriptions and whoever needs to approve them. Marketing wants that influencer contract signed yesterday. Sales is waiting on commission approvals. And everyone's drowning in "Did you see my invoice?" Slack messages.
ApproveThis plugs directly into ChargeKeep via Zapier, turning payment workflows from bureaucratic speed bumps into automated highways. We're talking about syncing subscription data with approval chains that actually make sense - without making approvers learn new software.
Why This Combo Works for 50-5,000 Person Companies
ChargeKeep handles the money moves. ApproveThis handles the "Hey, should we actually do this?" conversations. Together, they solve three specific headaches for scaling teams:
1. No More Approval Black Holes
That enterprise contract sitting in someone's inbox? Now ChargeKeep subscription requests auto-create approval tasks with deadlines. Approvers get nudged via email (they can approve without logging into anything), and declined requests automatically update ChargeKeep records.
2. Client Approvals That Don't Leak Revenue
Client needs to approve a ChargeKeep invoice change? Send it through ApproveThis where they can review actual payment terms without seeing your internal CRM data. Bonus: Their approval gets logged right in ChargeKeep without you playing middleman.
3. Audit Trails That Actually Explain Things
When finance asks why a ChargeKeep subscription was upgraded, you've got ApproveThis records showing who approved it, when, and what comments they left. No more spreadsheet archaeology.
Real Workflows for Actual Humans
Use Case 1: High-Stakes Lead Approvals
Marketing agencies using ChargeKeep for client billing:
New lead in ChargeKeep → Auto-create ApproveThis request with lead score and proposed contract → Sales director approves/denies → Approved leads auto-update in ChargeKeep with next steps.
Why it matters: Stops junior salespeople from overpromising discounts without oversight. Approval comments sync back to ChargeKeep notes for context.
Use Case 2: Subscription Changes That Don't Start Fires
SaaS companies with ChargeKeep subscriptions:
Customer requests plan upgrade → Triggers ApproveThis request for CS approval → If approved, ChargeKeep subscription auto-updates → Invoice generated with approval trail.
Why it works: CSMs can approve common requests instantly (using approval thresholds), while major changes get CFO eyes. No more accidental $100K discounts.
Use Case 3: Client Invoice Approvals
Consulting firms billing through ChargeKeep:
Draft invoice created → ApproveThis sends to client's email → Client approves/asks questions → Approved invoice auto-sends from ChargeKeep with audit log.
The magic: Clients never see your internal ChargeKeep setup. They just get a clean approval email. Comments sync back as ChargeKeep notes.
Setting This Up Without Losing Your Mind
Here's the 3-step reality check:
- Connect via Zapier: Create your Zap between ChargeKeep and ApproveThis (takes 8 minutes if you focus)
- Map Critical Fields: ChargeKeep subscription ID → ApproveThis request details. Keep it simple - start with 3-5 key data points.
- Test With Real Scenarios: Have sales lead approve a test subscription change. Confirm ChargeKeep updates without manual work.
Pro tip: Use ApproveThis' calculated fields to auto-flag ChargeKeep requests over $10K for extra approvals. Saves endless back-and-forth.
Who Actually Benefits (Besides Your Sanity)
Sales Teams
Commission approvals that don't require chasing finance. ChargeKeep deal updates trigger ApproveThis requests that payouts tie to. Overrides get logged with reasons.
Finance Teams
ChargeKeep invoice changes require ApproveThis sign-off from budget owners. No more "I didn't approve that" meltdowns during audits.
Client-Facing Teams
External approvals via ApproveThis mean clients never get lost in your ChargeKeep backend. They approve via email, you get clean records.
The Unspoken Perks
Beyond the obvious time saves:
Vacation Mode Done Right
ApproveThis auto-reassigns ChargeKeep approvals when approvers are OOO. No more "Waiting on Jim" statuses.
Approval Thresholds = Auto-Pilot
Under $500 subscription change? Auto-approve and update ChargeKeep instantly. Over $5K? Escalate to VP. Set it once.
Client-Friendly Without the Headaches
External partners approve ChargeKeep invoices without seeing your rates or internal notes. They get what they need, you keep control.
Common Questions (From Real Teams)
"What if we need to override a decision?"
ApproveThis keeps full version history. Reassign, add approvers, or manually update ChargeKeep - all changes get logged.
"Our ChargeKeep is customized. Will this break?"
The Zapier integration works with core ChargeKeep fields. Unless you're using entirely custom modules, you're good.
"How many approvers can we add?"
ApproveThis handles 1-20 approvers per request. Sequential or parallel. ChargeKeep just sees the final approved result.
Getting Started Without the Hype
This isn't "digital transformation" - it's fixing broken approval loops that cost you deals and credibility. Here's how real teams start:
1. Pick one leaky workflow: Client invoice approvals? Subscription upgrades? Commission sign-offs?
2. Build the Zap in an afternoon: Use pre-built ChargeKeep + ApproveThis templates.
3. Run a 2-week pilot: Track how many ChargeKeep items get stuck vs. auto-resolved.
Most teams see 60% faster approvals in their first month. Not because ApproveThis is magic - because it stops approvals from getting lost in the shuffle.
Time to Stop Losing Receipts (and Deals)
ApproveThis isn't another SaaS toy. It's the approval layer ChargeKeep never had. When payments meet proper oversight, you get:
- Client invoices approved 3x faster
- Subscription changes with actual accountability
- Commission approvals that don't require 12 Slack pings
Ready to fix approvals? Create your free ApproveThis account or schedule a 15-minute workflow audit. We'll show you exactly how to connect ChargeKeep without the usual SaaS nonsense.
Integrate with ChargeKeep Integration and get 90 days of ApproveThis for free.
After you create a Zapier integration, please email us at support@approve-this.com with your account name and we'll add 3 months of ApproveThis to your account. Limit one redemption per account.
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Best Approval Workflows for ChargeKeep
Suggested workflows (and their Zapier components) for ChargeKeep
Create approval requests for new leads
When a new lead is added in ChargeKeep, the integration automatically creates an approval request in ApproveThis to streamline follow-up processes. This setup helps ensure timely evaluations for lead qualification. *Note: Configure approval thresholds as needed.*
Zapier Components

Trigger
New Lead
Triggers when a new lead is created.
Action
Create Request
Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.
Update subscriptions for new approval requests
When a new approval request is initiated in ApproveThis, the integration updates subscription records in ChargeKeep automatically. This helps maintain accurate customer data and speeds up subscription management. *Note: Map ApproveThis request details to subscription fields.*
Zapier Components
Trigger
New Request
Triggers when a new approval request workflow is initiated.

Action
Add or Update Subscription
Creates a new subscription.
Create invoices for approved payments
After an approval decision is made in ApproveThis, the integration automatically creates a new invoice in ChargeKeep. This ensures invoicing only occurs following payment approval, reducing errors and saving valuable time. *Note: Verify payment details before processing invoices.*
Zapier Components
Trigger
A Request Is Approved/Denied
Triggers when a request is approved or denied.

Action
Create Invoice
Creates a new invoice in the CRM
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