# Receive HTML

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/http-activities/receive-html/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/http-activities/receive-html/)
Product: Virto Workflow Automation Web Part
Updated: 2026-08-12


This activity retrieves HTML content from a specified URL and stores it in a variable. Both HTTP and HTTPS requests are supported, and the activity impersonates the SharePoint account when making the request.

![Receive HTML activity settings for retrieving HTML from a URL in the SharePoint Workflow Designer](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/receive_html_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Receive HTML content from **this url** and store in **Variable**: **variable**

## **Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this url | The web URL from which to retrieve HTML content. For example: `http://mysite/default.aspx` |


**Note**: This method can also be utilized to interact with SMS gateways via HTTP/S or to invoke web service methods.