Automate workflows across 596+ apps without vendor lock-in—self-host to keep your data sovereign and eliminate monthly SaaS fees.
Deploy free—no monthly fees or usage limitsSelf-host for complete data sovereignty596+ app integrations with no-code builderGDPR-compliant workflow automation
Manual data entry between business tools is draining your team's productive hours. Every day, you're copying information from one app to another, watching for updates, and fixing errors that slip through. As your business grows, these repetitive tasks multiply while SaaS automation platforms lock you into escalating monthly fees and force your sensitive data through their servers.
Activepieces gives you complete control over your workflow automation infrastructure. Deploy this open-source platform on your own servers to connect 596+ business apps—from CRM and accounting to marketing and support tools. Build automated workflows with a visual no-code builder that your entire team can use, not just developers. Unlike Make or Zapier charging $20-100+ per month with usage limits, you own your Activepieces instance and pay nothing for the core platform. Add AI-powered workflows to orchestrate complex business processes, trigger actions across multiple apps, and eliminate hours of manual work—all while keeping your data on infrastructure you control.
For European businesses facing GDPR compliance requirements, self-hosting isn't optional—it's essential. Activepieces runs in your Docker environment, ensuring your workflow data never leaves your infrastructure. You decide where your data lives, who can access it, and how long it's retained. Vaivatta handles the deployment complexity so you can focus on automating your operations, not managing servers. Deploy once, automate forever, and scale without worrying about vendor pricing walls or data sovereignty risks.
Problems This Solves
Spending hours each week copying data between business tools manually, increasing errors and delaying updates across your operations
Watching automation costs spiral as your business grows, with SaaS platforms charging more for every workflow trigger and user you add
Unable to adopt workflow automation because GDPR compliance requires data to stay within EU infrastructure you control
Locked into proprietary automation platforms where you can't export your workflows or control how your business logic is processed
Managing scattered point solutions where each tool solves one problem but creates integration gaps that still require manual bridging
Technical team overwhelmed maintaining custom automation scripts that break whenever external APIs change
Features
Connect 596+ business apps without writing code using a visual workflow builder that your entire team can operate
Self-host on your infrastructure to maintain complete data sovereignty and eliminate monthly SaaS subscription fees forever
Build AI-powered workflows that make intelligent decisions, extract information from documents, and orchestrate complex multi-step processes
Deploy in minutes with Docker—no specialized infrastructure expertise required to get your automation platform running
Scale without pricing surprises or usage limits that restrict how many workflows you can run or how often they execute
Embed workflow automation directly into your product to offer customers automation capabilities without building from scratch
Maintain GDPR compliance by controlling exactly where your workflow data is processed, stored, and retained
Access detailed execution logs and audit trails that document every workflow action for compliance and troubleshooting purposes
Extend with custom integrations when you need connections beyond the 596 pre-built app integrations available
Migrate workflows from Make, Zapier, or n8n to reclaim control over your automation infrastructure and reduce vendor dependency
Use cases
Sync customer data between your CRM and email marketing platform automatically when contacts are created or updatedRoute support tickets from multiple channels into your helpdesk system with AI-powered categorization and priority assignmentGenerate invoices in your accounting system immediately when orders are marked complete in your e-commerce platformUpdate inventory levels across sales channels simultaneously when stock changes in your warehouse management systemCollect form submissions from your website and automatically create tasks in project management tools with assigned team membersMonitor social media mentions and trigger alerts to your team's messaging app when your brand is mentioned or support is neededProcess incoming documents with AI extraction and automatically file data into appropriate business systems based on content typeOrchestrate employee onboarding workflows that provision accounts, assign training, and schedule check-ins across HR and IT systems
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Activepieces really free to deploy?
Yes, Activepieces is open-source software that you can deploy and use for free. Vaivatta deploys the platform at no cost—you only pay for optional add-ons like automated backups, enterprise SLA guarantees, or priority support. Unlike Make ($9-100+/mo) or Zapier ($20-100+/mo), there are no monthly fees, no per-workflow charges, and no usage limits. You own your instance and control your costs.
What happens to my data when I self-host Activepieces?
Your workflow data stays entirely on infrastructure you control. When you self-host with Vaivatta, we deploy Activepieces on your servers or Finnish data centers—your workflow definitions, execution logs, and connected app credentials never leave your environment. This ensures GDPR compliance and data sovereignty. You decide retention policies, access controls, and where your data physically resides.
Do I need coding skills to create automated workflows?
No coding required for most workflows. Activepieces provides a visual no-code builder where you drag and drop app connections and define workflow logic through a user-friendly interface. Your operations team can build and maintain workflows without developer involvement. However, if you need custom integrations or advanced logic, the platform supports code-based extensions that your technical team can implement.
How does self-hosting ensure GDPR compliance for my workflows?
Self-hosting gives you direct control over data processing locations and practices required for GDPR compliance. Your workflow data never passes through third-party cloud providers—it stays on infrastructure you manage, within EU borders if needed. You control data retention policies, implement your own access controls, and maintain audit trails that document all data processing activities. This eliminates third-party data processor risks that GDPR audits often flag with cloud-only SaaS platforms.
Can I migrate my existing workflows from Make, Zapier, or n8n?
Yes, workflow migration is possible but requires rebuilding workflows in Activepieces' interface. While you can't import workflows automatically, the visual builder makes recreation straightforward—most teams complete migration in days, not weeks. Vaivatta's implementation packages include migration support to help you map existing workflows, identify equivalent integrations among the 596 available, and test new automation before switching off old platforms.
Who maintains my self-hosted Activepieces instance?
You're responsible for maintaining infrastructure availability and applying updates to your self-hosted instance. Vaivatta handles initial deployment and can provide ongoing maintenance through optional support packages, but the core responsibility for uptime, security patches, and version updates rests with you. This trade-off gives you data sovereignty and cost control in exchange for infrastructure management. If you lack Docker expertise, our Enterprise packages include managed maintenance services.
What's included in Vaivatta's optional add-ons for Activepieces?
Optional add-ons include automated backup services to protect your workflow configurations and execution history, enterprise SLA guarantees for uptime and response times, priority support with direct access to deployment specialists, custom integration development when you need connections beyond the 596 pre-built pieces, and managed maintenance services that handle updates and security patches. You only pay for what you need—the core platform deployment remains free.
Can I embed Activepieces workflows into my own product?
Yes, Activepieces supports embedded deployment where you white-label the workflow builder and integrate it directly into your application. This lets you offer automation capabilities to your customers without building an integration platform from scratch. Vaivatta's Embedded Automation Platform package handles implementation, custom branding, and development of product-specific integrations. Your customers build workflows within your interface while you maintain complete control over the infrastructure.