What is a solution to schedule a daily task in Webflow to run a script and avoid CORS blocks in the console?

To schedule a daily task in Webflow and avoid CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) blocks in the console, you can utilize an external service to trigger the script execution. One popular solution is to use a cloud-based cron service like Zapier or Integromat.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how you can achieve this:

1. Set up your script: Write your script that needs to be executed daily and make sure it is working correctly.

2. Create an endpoint: Set up an API endpoint in Webflow to receive HTTP requests triggered by the external service. You can create a new collection with custom fields to store the necessary data or use Webflow's built-in API features.

3. Integrate with an external service: Sign up for a service like Zapier or Integromat, which provides an interface to schedule tasks and make API requests. Both platforms offer a wide range of integrations, so you can choose the one that suits your needs.

4. Configure the daily schedule: Set up a recurring task with the desired schedule (e.g., daily) in the external service. Specify the action to trigger an HTTP request to the API endpoint you created in Webflow.

5. Pass necessary data: Configure the data payload to be sent with the request. This could include any parameters required by your script or any data you need to retrieve from Webflow.

6. Handle the request in Webflow: In your API endpoint, write the logic to handle the incoming request and execute your script. You can use Webflow's built-in JavaScript and API features to update collections, interact with elements, or perform any required actions.

By using an external service like Zapier or Integromat to trigger the script execution, you can avoid CORS issues because the API requests are made from the service's servers and not directly from the browser console. This bypasses the cross-origin restrictions imposed by the browser.

Remember to test your setup thoroughly to ensure that the scheduled task runs as expected and that your script executes without any issues.