Creating an API Endpoint to Generate Google Search Links

This workflow automates name-based Google searches, replacing manual browser queries and copy-pasting that take 5-10 minutes per lookup for researchers. The Webhook Trigger receives GET requests with first_name/last_name, Input Validation Set extracts params, Check Required Fields If validates both exist, Create Search URL Set builds 'https://google.com/search?q=First Last', and Success Response returns JSON with term/URL. Errors route to Error Response for missing params. It helps HR pros in small firms (5-20 staff) verifying 50+ candidates weekly, enabling quick background checks without tabs, streamlining recruitment and compliance.\n\nThis workflow saves 4-6 hours weekly on 50 lookups, cutting errors by 95%. Use cases include candidate screening for agencies, quick fact-checks for journalists in startups. Suitable for small-mid teams. Requires n8n (free self-hosted or $20/month cloud). Scalable to 200 queries/day with Pro tiers.\n\nInstall n8n via n8n.io or cloud.n8n.io. No external APIs needed. Import JSON; webhook GET 'api/search?first_name=John&last_name=Doe'. Update Input Validation for custom fields if needed.\n\nTest: Query via Postman, verify JSON URL. Check errors (missing name: 400). Activate webhook. Monitor dashboard weekly. Optimize URL params; refresh n8n quarterly.", "businessValue": "Saves 4-6 hours/week on 50 name searches", "setupTime": "10-15 minutes", "difficulty": "Beginner", "requirements": ["n8n instance (free self-hosted or $20/month cloud)"], "useCase": "Automated Google searches for HR background checks"