WordPress + Zapier: How it works

WordPress connects with Zapier to automate workflows around content publishing, form submissions, and site activity. Teams use this integration to move information between WordPress and other tools without relying on custom code or manual updates.

Explore WordPress integrations on Zapier: https://zapier.com/apps/wordpress/integrations

When to use WordPress with Zapier

Automating content workflows: Trigger actions when posts, pages, or comments are created or updated in WordPress.

Routing site activity: Send form submissions or user activity into CRMs, spreadsheets, or notification tools.

Reducing manual publishing steps: Create or update WordPress content automatically from structured data in other apps.

Popular WordPress + Zapier use cases

Create posts from external tools: Publish new WordPress posts when content is finalized in tools like Google Docs or Notion.

Send form submissions to a CRM: Capture WordPress form submissions as contacts or leads in a CRM.

Notify teams about new comments: Send alerts when comments are posted so moderation or responses happen quickly.

Update content from spreadsheets: Refresh WordPress pages or posts when underlying data changes.

Log site activity externally: Track publishing and submission activity outside of WordPress for reporting.

Getting started

1. Connect WordPress to Zapier

2. Choose a trigger or action related to posts, pages, comments, or forms

3. Map WordPress fields to other apps

4. Test the workflow with sample data

5. Turn the Zap on

Triggers and actions

WordPress supports both triggers and actions. Triggers fire on new posts, pages, comments, or form submissions, while actions can create or update WordPress content based on events from other apps.

FAQs

Do I need admin access: Yes. The connected account must have sufficient permissions.

Can I automate form submissions: Yes, depending on how forms are implemented on your site.

Is this suitable for high volume publishing: For very high volume or complex editorial workflows, additional review steps may be required.