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This page shows how to connect Gemini CLI to Zapier MCP using a single command.

Before you begin

Connect Zapier MCP to Gemini CLI

In your terminal:
1

Install Gemini CLI

If you have not installed it yet, follow the Gemini CLI installation guide.
2

Add the Zapier server

Run this command to add Zapier MCP:
3

Log in

Start gemini and run /mcp auth zapier to log in with your Zapier account.
You’ve now connected Zapier MCP to Gemini CLI.

Next steps

Run your first tool call

Run the onboarding skill to turn your apps into tools, then make your first call.

Usage and billing

Each successful tool call uses two tasks from your Zapier plan. Check how tasks are counted and what happens at your limit.
Last modified on August 28, 2026