[SOLVED] Einstein Activity Capture Email Setup Secrets

Resolve email syncing issues in Salesforce with clear, actionable steps

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Updated: March 27, 2025
Sam Brashears
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Sam Brashears
Einstein Activity Capture Workflow
Source: Salesforce

Introduction

Einstein Activity Capture helps connect emails and events to Salesforce. Yet, when moving settings between environments, syncing issues can occur. Sometimes the connected account email does not match the Salesforce personal settings. This can lead to delays or missing email data. The steps below explain how to fix the issue.

Real-world Experience

Imagine encountering syncing errors that slow down your workflow.

I've set up Einstein Activity Capture in my dev org and it worked fine. But when I replicated the setup in another environment, the connected accounts stopped syncing my emails properly.

— Trailblazer Community Member
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This case shows how small setup differences can lead to bigger syncing challenges across different Salesforce environments.

Einstein Activity Capture Solution

Admins often face delays when replicating Einstein Activity Capture setups, especially if connected account emails do not match the user's Salesforce settings. A careful review of account details, waiting for the sync period, and consulting official help guides can address the issue. Below are the steps needed to resolve this issue:

1

Confirm Email Match

Check the connected account email in Salesforce and ensure it exactly matches the email address in your personal settings.

2

Wait for Synchronization

Allow up to 24 hours for the emails and events to sync fully. Sometimes delays occur naturally.

3

Consult Help Guides

Review Salesforce help articles for troubleshooting tips. Look into guidelines that explain setup and common pitfalls.

4

Re-establish Connection If Needed

If syncing issues persist, disconnect and reconnect the email account to refresh the connection.

Limitations to Consider

While these steps can fix the immediate syncing problem, they rely on the natural delay of the system and may not cover all edge cases. Larger organizations or complex setups might require additional manual oversight, and the temporary lag can impact real-time data needs.

Alternative Solution

It can be very frustrating when Einstein Activity Capture causes delays or misses emails because of account mismatches. DryMerge offers a fresh approach that helps clear up these issues. DryMerge is an AI-native app that works with Salesforce and your email services to keep information updated accurately. Instead of waiting for syncing delays, it connects your email accounts directly to Salesforce and makes sure that every email and event is matched correctly. DryMerge checks each detail to make sure emails, calendars, and attachments are added in real time. Its built-in AI helps pick out the most useful information for your needs, ensuring that you have reliable data without extra hassle.

EAC vs. DryMerge Comparison

Feature Einstein Activity Capture DryMerge
Custom Object Sync
Automatic sync to custom objects isn't supported
Emails, calendar events, and anything else can be synced to your custom objects in Salesforce
Email Attachments
Attachments are not captured or saved to Salesforce
Email attachments are captured and saved in Salesforce however you need
Multiple Email Accounts
Cannot connect to both Gmail and Outlook simultaneously
Connects to both Gmail and Outlook simultaneously
Unstructured Data Processing
Limited ability to extract and organize meaningful data from unstructured email content
AI processing of unstructured email content to extract key details and create structured records
Data Enrichment
Basic activity logging with minimal data enrichment capabilities
Intelligent enrichment that pulls contact details, action items, and key insights from communication data

By addressing these key limitations of Einstein Activity Capture, DryMerge offers a comprehensive solution that empowers your team with superior data handling capabilities. From intelligent processing of unstructured data to advanced enrichment features, DryMerge transforms your communication data into actionable insights while providing the flexibility to work with custom objects and multiple email accounts.

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