Zapier: Automate Workflows & Connect 8,000+ Apps
Zapier automates repetitive tasks across 8,000+ apps. Build workflows, AI agents, chatbots with no code. Trusted by Fortune 500.
Zapier is a cloud-based workflow automation platform that enables users to connect over 8,000 SaaS applications without coding. It automates repetitive tasks through visual workflows called 'Zaps' and integrates AI agents, chatbots, and the Model Context Protocol for LLM integration. Available globally with SOC 2/GDPR compliance, Zapier serves 2+ million customers from solopreneurs to enterprises, offering free tier plus paid plans ($29.99-$5,999/month) based on task volume.
Pricing
Free tier: 100 tasks/month (two-step Zaps only). Professional: $29.99/month (750 tasks, multi-step Zaps, premium apps). Team: $103.50/month (2,000 tasks, 25 users, shared workspace). Higher task tiers available up to 2 million tasks ($5,999/month). Enterprise: custom pricing. Annual billing saves 33%. Task overages charged at $0.01-0.03 per task. AI features (Copilot, Agents, Chatbots) included at no extra cost in paid plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zapier and how does it work?
Zapier is a no-code workflow automation platform that connects 8,000+ apps. It works by triggering actions in one app when an event occurs in another (e.g., when a new email arrives, add the sender to a spreadsheet). Users build 'Zaps' visually without coding using a drag-and-drop interface.
Is Zapier free?
Yes, Zapier offers a free plan with 100 tasks/month and 2-step Zaps. However, it's very limited for real business use. Professional plan starts at $29.99/month for 750 tasks and unlimited multi-step workflows.
What's the difference between Zapier's pricing tiers?
Free (100 tasks, 2-step Zaps); Professional $29.99/mo (750 tasks, multi-step); Team $103.50/mo (2,000 tasks, 25 users); Enterprise (custom pricing, unlimited users). Costs scale with task tier—a single workflow step counts as 1 task.
Can I use Zapier with AI models like ChatGPT and Claude?
Yes. Zapier supports 400+ AI tools including OpenAI's ChatGPT, Anthropic's Claude, and Google Gemini. Use AI steps in workflows or connect AI agents via Zapier MCP (Model Context Protocol) for agentic automation.
Is Zapier expensive compared to competitors?
Zapier is 3-5x more expensive at scale than Make ($9/mo for 10,000 ops) or n8n ($50/mo cloud, free self-hosted). However, Zapier offers 8,000+ integrations vs competitors' 3,000-4,000. Best for users valuing breadth over cost.
Does Zapier work for HIPAA/healthcare compliance?
No, Zapier is not HIPAA-compliant and cannot be used to handle protected health information. It complies with GDPR, CCPA, SOC 2, and SOC 3 but is unsuitable for regulated healthcare or financial workflows.
What are Zapier's hidden costs?
Task overages ($0.01-0.03/task), premium app locks (certain integrations unavailable on free/pro), and monitoring overhead (active usage tracking required to avoid bill shock). Complex workflows also require technical expertise, driving consulting costs.