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Activepieces

MIT-licensed Zapier-style automation with AI pieces

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Last commit19 Oct 2026
LicenceMITPer the project
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Activepieces is an open-source no-code automation platform (MIT) with a Zapier-like UI, pieces for popular apps, and AI helpers. Self-host or use Activepieces Cloud.

Switching from Zapier

Your data: List your Zaps, recreate each as an Activepieces flow with the same trigger and actions, then dual-run before you disable the Zap.

  1. Export your Zap inventory: In Zapier, note each Zap's trigger app, trigger event, action steps and monthly task use.
  2. Deploy Activepieces: Use Activepieces Cloud or docker-compose self-host from the official docs.
  3. Reconnect apps: Add each connector (Gmail, Slack, HubSpot…) and authorise with a least-privilege account.
  4. Rebuild top Zaps: Recreate the highest-volume Zaps first as Activepieces flows; test with sample payloads.
  5. Dual-run then cut over: Run both for a few days, compare outputs, then turn off the Zapier Zap.

Watch out for:

  • Some Zapier-only apps may lack an Activepieces piece — use HTTP/Webhooks or code steps.
  • Task semantics differ: count Activepieces runs, not Zapier tasks, when comparing cost.

Full step-by-step guide →

Sources: activepieces.com/docs · zapier.com/help, checked 19 Oct 2026.

Fit: hosting and licence

Runs onLinux, Web, Self-hosted
HostingSelf-host or cloud
Commercial useAllowed
Open-source licence (MIT): the Open Source Definition rules out restrictions on fields of use, including business use.

Sources: activepieces.com · opensource.org/osd, checked 19 Oct 2026. “Runs on” is from this listing. Blank means we haven't found it in official docs yet, not that it's unsupported.

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