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Explore our guides and start building a Zapier integration today

Welcome to the Zapier Developer Platform documentation! Whether you are a new or experienced integration builder, this is your go-to resource for learning how to create and manage powerful apps on the Zapier platform.

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What You’ll Find Here

  • Getting Started: Learn the basics of building integrations, from understanding Zapier’s architecture to setting up your first app using the Visual Builder or CLI.

  • Visual Builder Guide: If you’re looking for a fast, no-code way to integrate your app with Zapier, the Visual Builder is the place to start. It’s ideal for quick deployment and collaboration across teams, even without developer expertise.

  • CLI Guide: For more complex needs, dive into the Zapier CLI, which gives developers full control over the integration process, using custom code to handle authentication, triggers, actions, and searches.

  • Best Practices: Guidance on how to optimize your integrations for performance, user experience, and maintainability.

  • Advanced Features: Explore OAuth authentication, dynamic dropdowns, and other advanced options to provide a more customized experience in your integration.

  • Deployment and Testing: Once your integration is ready, follow the steps for deploying, testing, and promoting your app version to Zapier’s marketplace of over 1 million users.

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Why Build on Zapier?

  • Reach Millions of Users: By integrating with Zapier, your app becomes part of a thriving ecosystem that connects with thousands of other services.
  • Save Time with Automation: Zapier simplifies repetitive tasks, letting your users focus on what matters most by automating workflows across tools.
  • Fast and Flexible: Use the Visual Builder for quick, no-code setups or the CLI for full control and customization.

Ready to dive in? Choose your path—start building with the Visual Builder or master the CLI for complete customization.

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Explore our guides and start building a Zapier integration today

Welcome to the Zapier Developer Platform documentation! Whether you are a new or experienced integration builder, this is your go-to resource for learning how to create and manage powerful apps on the Zapier platform.

​
What You’ll Find Here

  • Getting Started: Learn the basics of building integrations, from understanding Zapier’s architecture to setting up your first app using the Visual Builder or CLI.

  • Visual Builder Guide: If you’re looking for a fast, no-code way to integrate your app with Zapier, the Visual Builder is the place to start. It’s ideal for quick deployment and collaboration across teams, even without developer expertise.

  • CLI Guide: For more complex needs, dive into the Zapier CLI, which gives developers full control over the integration process, using custom code to handle authentication, triggers, actions, and searches.

  • Best Practices: Guidance on how to optimize your integrations for performance, user experience, and maintainability.

  • Advanced Features: Explore OAuth authentication, dynamic dropdowns, and other advanced options to provide a more customized experience in your integration.

  • Deployment and Testing: Once your integration is ready, follow the steps for deploying, testing, and promoting your app version to Zapier’s marketplace of over 1 million users.

​
Why Build on Zapier?

  • Reach Millions of Users: By integrating with Zapier, your app becomes part of a thriving ecosystem that connects with thousands of other services.
  • Save Time with Automation: Zapier simplifies repetitive tasks, letting your users focus on what matters most by automating workflows across tools.
  • Fast and Flexible: Use the Visual Builder for quick, no-code setups or the CLI for full control and customization.

Ready to dive in? Choose your path—start building with the Visual Builder or master the CLI for complete customization.