Overview

Make.com, formerly known as Integromat, is a visual integration platform designed for automating workflows and connecting applications. It enables users to create complex sequences of tasks (scenarios) by dragging and dropping modules, configuring connections, and defining data transformations. The platform aims to reduce the need for custom coding in integration projects, making it accessible to a broader range of technical and non-technical users within an organization. Make.com supports a variety of use cases, including marketing automation, IT operations, data synchronization, and customer relationship management (CRM) tasks.

The core functionality of Make.com revolves around its scenario builder, where users define triggers, actions, and conditional logic. Triggers initiate a scenario based on an event in a connected application, such as a new email, a database update, or a scheduled time. Actions are the operations performed by Make.com in response to a trigger, like sending data to another application, updating a record, or executing a custom API call. The platform's visual interface allows for the orchestration of these steps, including error handling and data mapping between different application formats. Make.com's architecture is designed to handle multi-step workflows, which can involve branching logic, iterators, and aggregators to process data efficiently across various systems.

Make.com is positioned as a solution for organizations seeking to integrate disparate SaaS applications and automate repetitive manual tasks. Its no-code/low-code approach facilitates rapid deployment of integrations, potentially reducing development cycles compared to traditional API-based integration methods. The platform's capabilities extend to integrating with custom applications through generic HTTP/SOAP modules, allowing for flexibility beyond its pre-built connectors. For enterprise environments, Make.com offers features such as team management, version control for scenarios, and detailed operational logs to monitor workflow execution and troubleshoot issues. The platform's focus on visual design and extensive module library aims to streamline the process of building and maintaining automated business processes across an organization's technology stack.

Key features

  • Visual Workflow Builder: A drag-and-drop interface for designing and configuring complex automation scenarios without writing code.
  • Extensive Integrations: A library of pre-built modules for connecting to hundreds of popular SaaS applications and services.
  • Custom API Calls: Support for making custom HTTP/SOAP requests, enabling integration with proprietary or less common APIs.
  • Data Transformation Tools: Functions and tools for manipulating, formatting, and mapping data between different applications and formats.
  • Conditional Logic and Routing: Capabilities to define branching paths, filters, and routers within a scenario based on specific data conditions.
  • Error Handling and Retries: Mechanisms for managing errors, re-running failed operations, and defining fallback actions.
  • Scheduling and Webhooks: Options to trigger scenarios on a defined schedule or in real-time via webhooks from connected applications.
  • Team Management: Tools for collaboration, user roles, and access control within an organizational account.

Pricing

Make.com offers a free tier with limited operations and data transfer, suitable for personal use or testing. Paid plans scale based on the number of operations, data transfer volume, and advanced features. As of May 2026, the Core plan starts at $10.59 per month when billed annually.

Plan Name Key Features Monthly Cost (billed annually, as of May 2026)
Free Limited operations, basic scenarios, community support. $0
Core Increased operations, advanced modules, priority support. $10.59
Team Collaboration features, multiple teams, shared workspaces. $18.82
Business Higher limits, advanced security, dedicated resources. $35.29
Enterprise Custom pricing, dedicated account manager, advanced governance. Contact Sales

For detailed and up-to-date pricing information, refer to the Make.com pricing page.

Common integrations

Make.com provides a module library for connecting to a range of third-party applications and services. Examples include:

  • CRM Systems: Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho CRM.
  • Marketing Automation: Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, Google Ads.
  • Project Management: Asana, Trello, Jira.
  • Communication Platforms: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Gmail.
  • E-commerce: Shopify, WooCommerce, Stripe.
  • Cloud Storage: Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive.
  • Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB (via custom HTTP).
  • Developer Tools: GitHub, GitLab, Pipedream (for custom code execution).

A comprehensive list of supported applications is available in the Make.com documentation.

Alternatives

  • Zapier: A widely used no-code automation platform focused on connecting web applications with simpler, event-driven workflows.
  • Microsoft Power Automate: Microsoft's offering for workflow automation, deeply integrated with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and Azure services.
  • n8n: An open-source workflow automation tool that offers self-hosting options and a visual workflow editor, catering to developers and technical users.
  • IBM App Connect: An integration platform that supports both cloud and on-premises applications, offering a range of connectors and enterprise-grade features.
  • Databricks Workflows: While not a direct no-code alternative, Databricks Workflows provides orchestration for data and AI pipelines, primarily for data engineers and scientists working within the Databricks ecosystem.

Getting started

Make.com primarily uses a visual interface for workflow creation, so there isn't a traditional code-based 'hello world'. However, a common first scenario involves connecting two applications, such as receiving data from a webhook and sending it to a communication platform. Below is a conceptual representation of setting up a basic webhook-to-Slack message scenario within Make.com's visual editor.

Scenario: Receive Webhook Data and Post to Slack

1.  Add a Webhooks module:
    -   Select 'Webhooks' > 'Custom webhook'.
    -   Generate a new webhook URL.
    -   Listen for incoming data structure (e.g., send a test request to the URL).

2.  Add a Slack module:
    -   Select 'Slack' > 'Create a message'.
    -   Connect your Slack account.
    -   Choose a channel or direct message recipient.
    -   Map data from the Webhooks module to the message text field (e.g., `{{1.data.message}}`).

3.  Configure and Test:
    -   Save the scenario.
    -   Turn the scenario 'ON'.
    -   Send a test POST request to the webhook URL with a JSON body like: `{"message": "Hello from Make.com!"}`.
    -   Verify that the message appears in your designated Slack channel.

This process demonstrates the visual connection and data flow without requiring direct code writing, leveraging Make.com's pre-built modules and mapping tools, as detailed in the Make.com Webhooks documentation.