Zapier
Run Zap
This document outlines the functionality and characteristics of the Run Zap node, which enables Zapier automation triggering from Gumloop workflows.
Node Inputs
Required Field
- Zapier Webhook URL: Your Zapier webhook trigger URL
Optional Fields
- Method: HTTP method (GET/POST/PATCH)
- Headers: Custom HTTP headers
- Body: Data to send to Zapier
Node Output
- Zapier Response JSON: Response data from Zapier
Node Functionality
The Run Zap node triggers Zapier automations via webhooks. Key features include:- Multiple HTTP methods
- Custom header support
- Data payload sending
- Response handling
- Loop Mode support for batch operations
- Secure webhook communication
When To Use
The Run Zap node is valuable for cross-platform automation. Common use cases include:- Data Transfer: Send data to other platforms via Zapier
- Workflow Triggers: Start Zapier automations
- Integration Bridge: Connect Gumloop with other tools
- Event Notifications: Trigger notifications through Zapier
Example
To trigger a Zapier email automation:-
Basic Setup:
- Webhook URL: “https://hooks.zapier.com/hooks/catch/123456/abcdef/”
- Method: “POST”
-
Headers Configuration:
- Add header:
- Key: “Authorization”
- Value: “Bearer 123456789”
- Add header:
-
Body Parameters:
- Add first parameter:
- Key: “email”
- Value: “user@example.com”
- Value Type: string
- Add second parameter:
- Key: “send_welcome”
- Value: true
- Value Type: boolean
- Add third parameter:
- Key: “user_id”
- Value: 12345
- Value Type: integer
- Add first parameter:
Important Considerations:
- Webhook URL must be from Zapier
- Headers must be key-value pairs
- Test webhooks before production use