Zapier
by Zapier, Inc.
Zapier is a web-based automation platform that connects software applications through trigger-and-action workflows called Zaps. Its broader platform also includes AI-assisted workflow building, agents, tables, forms, and orchestration tools.
Why Abandoned
Zapier’s official website, product pages, help center, and company newsroom remain operational and describe currently available automation and AI products.
🩺 Health Signals
- HTTP Status
- 200
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- Confidence
- 99%
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📅 Timeline
Zapier founded
Wade Foster, Bryan Helmig, and Mike Knoop founded Zapier in Columbia, Missouri, after developing the initial product at a Startup Weekend event.
Joined Y Combinator
Zapier participated in Y Combinator’s Summer 2012 batch, helping establish the company and expand its application-integration platform.
Raised $1.2 million
Zapier announced a $1.2 million funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with participation from Draper Fisher Jurvetson and existing investors.
Sequoia acquired shares at a $5 billion valuation
Forbes reported that Sequoia Capital purchased shares from existing investors in a secondary transaction that valued Zapier at $5 billion; this was not a conventional primary funding round.
Introduced Zapier Agents
Zapier announced Zapier Agents, an AI agent product designed to perform work across the company’s connected application ecosystem.
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Coda AI
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Dify
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zapier and how does it work?
Zapier connects web applications using automated workflows called Zaps. A trigger in one app starts one or more actions in other apps, allowing users to move data and automate recurring processes with little or no custom code.
Does Zapier have AI workflow automation features?
Yes. Zapier supports AI-assisted workflow creation and AI steps, and offers Zapier Agents for carrying out tasks across connected apps. Available capabilities and plan limits can change, so current product and pricing pages should be checked.
What apps does Zapier integrate with?
Zapier connects with thousands of business applications spanning productivity, sales, marketing, support, databases, communication, and AI. Its official app directory provides the current integration list.
What is a Zap in Zapier?
A Zap is an automated workflow. It begins with a trigger event, such as receiving a form submission, and then runs one or more actions, such as adding a database row or sending a message.
What are the best Zapier alternatives?
Catalogue-listed alternatives include Bardeen for browser-centric automation, ClickUp AI and Coda AI for automation inside collaborative workspaces, and Dify for building AI applications and agent workflows. The best option depends on required integrations and deployment needs.