Zapier

zapier.com
Workflow Automation
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Connect your apps and automate workflows

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Overview

Zapier is a no-code automation platform that connects thousands of apps to streamline workflows without coding. It enables users to create automated tasks called Zaps that trigger actions across multiple applications.

Features

41 features across 20 categories

AI & Intelligence(2)

AI by ZapierAIPremium

Use AI to summarize text, generate content, and transform data within workflows.

OCR CapabilitiesAIPremium

Extract text from images and documents automatically within workflows.

Advanced Automation(2)

Code ActionsPremium

Run Python or JavaScript code within workflows for advanced customization.

Zapier InterfacePremium

Create custom interfaces to collect and process user input visually.

Also in: WRITER

Communication(1)

SMS IntegrationPremium

Send SMS messages from Zaps and receive SMS-triggered automations.

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Core Automation(4)

Multi-step ZapsPremium

Build complex workflows with multiple actions triggered by a single event.

Polling Triggers

Check for new data in apps at regular intervals and trigger actions.

Real-time Triggers

Execute Zaps instantly when events occur in connected applications.

Zaps

Create automated workflows that trigger actions across connected apps based on specific events.

Data Collection(1)

Form Integration

Collect form submissions and automatically process data across apps.

Also in: Insider CDP, Lytics, monday.com

Data Management(3)

Bulk OperationsPremium

Process large batches of data in a single Zap execution.

StoragePremium

Temporarily store data between Zap steps without external storage.

TablesPremium

Store and organize data in a no-code database with relationships and formulas.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Data Retrieval(1)

Search & Lookup

Find and retrieve specific records from apps to use in downstream actions.

Data Transformation(1)

Formatter

Transform, format, and manipulate data without coding using built-in utility functions.

Developer Tools(2)

Custom App DevelopmentPremium

Create custom Zapier integrations for proprietary or legacy applications.

Zapier CLI

Build and manage custom app integrations locally with command-line tools.

Email Integration(1)

Email ParserPremium

Extract data from incoming emails and trigger Zaps based on email content.

File Management(1)

File HandlingPremium

Manage file uploads, downloads, and transfers between cloud storage apps.

Integration(2)

API RequestsPremium

Make custom API calls to any app with authentication and data transformation.

Webhooks

Send data to Zapier from any app using HTTP POST requests.

Learning & Discovery(2)

Scheduling Templates

Pre-built templates for common scheduling patterns and repeating workflows.

Template Gallery

Access pre-built automation templates to quickly start common workflows.

Monitoring & Debugging(3)

Error HandlingPremium

Set up fallback actions or notifications when Zap steps fail.

Notification Center

Receive in-app notifications about Zap runs and important events.

Task History

View detailed logs of all Zap executions with timestamps and data.

Platform(2)

API AccessPremium

Programmatically manage Zaps and automate account operations.

Mobile App

Manage and monitor Zaps on-the-go with iOS and Android apps.

Security & Compliance(5)

Audit LogsPremium

Track all changes to Zaps and user actions for compliance and security.

Data EncryptionPremium

End-to-end encryption for sensitive data transmitted through Zaps.

IP WhitelistingPremium

Restrict Zap access to specific IP addresses for enhanced security.

Single Sign-On (SSO)Premium

Manage team access using SAML 2.0 or OAuth single sign-on.

SOC 2 CompliancePremium

Enterprise-grade security and compliance certifications for regulated industries.

Support(2)

Dedicated Account ManagerPremium

Work with a dedicated expert to optimize and scale your automation strategy.

Premium SupportPremium

Get priority support with dedicated assistance for complex workflows.

Team & Organization(1)

Team CollaborationPremium

Invite team members to share and manage Zaps with role-based permissions.

User Interface(1)

Dynamic Dropdowns

Populate dropdown fields dynamically based on data from connected apps.

Workflow Control(4)

Delay & SchedulingPremium

Schedule Zaps to run at specific times or delay actions between steps.

Filters

Conditionally execute actions based on specific criteria to control workflow logic.

LoopingPremium

Repeat actions for multiple items in a single Zap execution.

PathsPremium

Branch workflows into different paths based on conditions.

Pricing

Free

Free
  • 100 monthly tasks
  • 2-way sync
  • basic integrations

Starter

$19.99/mo
  • 750 monthly tasks
  • multi-step Zaps
  • unlimited apps

Professional

Popular
$49.99/mo
  • 20
  • 000 monthly tasks
  • advanced features
  • API access

Advanced

$99.99/mo
  • 50
  • 000 monthly tasks
  • priority support
  • team management

Premium

$299.99/mo
  • 500
  • 000 monthly tasks
  • dedicated support
  • SSO

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Zapier

Monthly$19.99/mo
Yearly$240/yr
5-Year Total$1.2k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$240
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$720
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$1.2k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 41 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Zapier alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 41 features.

Buy Zapier

Better Value
Monthly cost$199.9/mo
3-year total$7,196.4
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying Zapier saves ~$29,763.6 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 41 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

29 known integrations