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Connect ExportComments to 10,000+ apps on Zapier

Automate your workflow by connecting EXPORTCOMMENTS.COM to your favorite tools through Zapier. Set up powerful automations without any coding knowledge.

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Export completed. Your workflow takes it from here.

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01 / Trigger · ExportCommentsExport completed
02 / Action · Google SheetsAdd row to sheet
platform
instagram
total_exported
11
status
done
Sample export data · trigger → action
Zapier integration
  • 10,000+ apps on Zapier
  • Zero coding required
  • 5 mins average setup time
01 / Connect your tools

What is Zapier?

Zapier is a powerful automation platform that connects your favorite apps and services, allowing you to create automated workflows without any coding knowledge.

Why use ExportComments + Zapier?

  • 10,000+ apps on Zapier

    Connect to Gmail, Slack, Google Sheets, Airtable, and thousands more apps.

  • No coding required

    Set up powerful automations with simple drag-and-drop interface.

  • Real-time triggers

    Instantly react to new exports and data availability.

02 / From export to action

Popular use cases

Discover how teams are using ExportComments + Zapier to automate their workflows.

Auto-Send Reports to Team

Automatically share export results with your team via Slack or email when data is ready.

1 Export completed2 Send to Slack/Email

Popular with: Slack, Gmail, Microsoft Teams

Save to Cloud Storage

Automatically backup your exported data to Google Drive, Dropbox, or other cloud services.

1 New export ready2 Upload to cloud

Popular with: Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive

Update Spreadsheets

Automatically add export summaries and metrics to your tracking spreadsheets.

1 Export completed2 Add row to sheet

Popular with: Google Sheets, Airtable, Excel Online

Create Support Tickets

Automatically create tickets when exports fail or need manual review.

1 Export failed2 Create support ticket

Popular with: Zendesk, Freshdesk, Jira

Schedule Regular Exports

Use external schedulers to trigger exports at specific times or intervals.

1 Schedule trigger2 Start new export

Popular with: Schedule by Zapier, Google Calendar, Calendly

Social Media Management

Feed exported data into your social media management tools for content planning.

1 Analytics ready2 Update dashboard

Popular with: Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social

03 / Get connected

Setting up your integration

Follow these simple steps to connect ExportComments with your Zapier workflows.

API key authentication

Your ExportComments API key is required to authenticate the Zapier connection.

Get your API key: https://app.exportcomments.com/user/api

Endpoint
https://exportcomments.com/api/v1/zapier/auth/test
Header
X-AUTH-TOKEN: your_api_key

Keep your API key secure and never share it publicly.

Using ExportComments as a trigger

Trigger other apps when your exports complete, fail, or when new data becomes available.

  1. Create New Zap

    In Zapier, click "Create Zap" and search for "EXPORTCOMMENTS" as your trigger app.

  2. Select "Export Completed" Trigger

    Choose the "Export Completed" trigger which fires when an export job successfully finishes with a download link.

  3. Authenticate with API Key

    Enter your API key from https://app.exportcomments.com/user/api to connect your account.

  4. Configure Webhook

    Zapier will automatically register a webhook at /api/v1/zapier/webhooks to receive export completion events.

  5. Test with Sample Data

    Test the trigger with sample export data including download URLs, file info, and metadata.

  6. Set Up Action

    Configure what happens next - send to Slack, save to Google Drive, update spreadsheets, etc.

04 / The data you get

Available trigger data

When your export completes, the following data is sent to your Zapier workflow.

Export information

Export GUIDguid
Unique identifier for the export job string
Source URLurl
The original social media URL that was exported string
Platformplatform
Social media platform (instagram, youtube, etc.) string
Export Typeexport_type
Type of content exported (posts, comments, etc.) string
Statusstatus
Current status of the export (done, failed, etc.) string
Total Itemstotal
Total number of items found integer
Items Exportedtotal_exported
Number of items successfully exported integer
User Planplan
User subscription plan level string

File & URLs

File Namefile_name
Name of the exported file string
Download URLdownload_url
Direct link to download the export file string
Preview URLpreview_url
Link to preview the file online string
JSON URLjson_url
Link to JSON format of the data string
Status URLstatus_url
Link to view export status page string
Created Atcreated_at
When the export was created datetime
Exported Atexported_at
When the export was completed datetime
Delete Afterdelete_after
When the file will be automatically deleted datetime
Sample webhook data

Here's what your Zapier trigger will receive when an export completes:

{
  "url": "https://www.instagram.com/mypage",
  "guid": "test-export-uuid",
  "file_name": "ig-posts_mypage_f5f93319.xlsx",
  "total": 11,
  "total_exported": 11,
  "platform": "instagram",
  "export_type": "posts",
  "plan": "business",
  "status": "done",
  "created_at": "2024-01-15T10:25:00Z",
  "exported_at": "2024-01-15T10:40:00Z",
  "download_url": "https://exportcomments.com/exports/ig-posts_mypage_f5f93319.xlsx",
  "preview_url": "https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=...",
  "status_url": "https://exportcomments.com/done/test-export-uuid",
  "json_url": "https://exportcomments.com/exports/test-export-uuid.json",
  "delete_after": "2024-01-20T10:40:00Z",
  "event": "export.finished"
}
05 / Good to know

Troubleshooting & FAQ

Common issues and solutions for your ExportComments + Zapier integration.

Additional resources

My Zap isn't triggering - what should I check?

If your Zap isn't triggering, check these common issues:

  • API Key: Ensure your API key is correct and hasn't expired
  • Permissions: Verify your API key has the necessary permissions
  • Test Data: Make sure you've completed at least one export to generate test data
  • Filters: Check if you have filters that might be blocking the trigger
  • Parallel Limit: Ensure you haven't exceeded the 5 concurrent export limit

Try running a manual test in Zapier to see detailed error messages.

What are the rate limits and plan restrictions?

Export limits vary by plan level:

  • Guest/Free: 100 items per export, 50 per hour
  • Personal: 5,000 items per export
  • Premium: 50,000 items per export
  • Business: 250,000 items per export

API Rate Limits: 7 requests per 3-minute window per token

Parallel Exports: Maximum 5 concurrent exports per user

Zapier will automatically retry failed requests. Upgrade your plan for higher limits.

Can I filter which exports trigger my Zaps?

Yes! You can filter triggers based on:

  • Export Type: Only trigger for specific social platforms
  • Export Status: Filter by success, failure, or processing states
  • File Size: Only trigger for exports above/below certain sizes
  • Custom Fields: Filter by any custom data you include

Set up filters in the Zapier editor after configuring your trigger.

What data is available in the Export Completed trigger?

The Export Completed trigger provides comprehensive data about your finished exports:

  • Export Details: GUID, source URL, platform, export type, status
  • File Information: file_name, download_url, preview_url, json_url
  • Statistics: total items, exported count, retry count, export duration
  • Timestamps: created_at, updated_at, exported_at, delete_after
  • User Context: plan level, message_id, event_id

Sample data includes Instagram posts export with 11 items, Excel format, and all associated URLs.

How long are export files available?

File retention periods depend on your plan level:

  • Guest/Free: Files deleted after 1 day
  • Personal: Files deleted after 3 days
  • Premium: Files deleted after 5 days
  • Business: Files deleted after 5 days

Important: Set up your Zapier automation to process files promptly after export completion.

The delete_after field in the webhook data shows the exact deletion timestamp.

How do I secure my integration?

Follow these security best practices:

  • API Keys: Never share your API key or commit it to version control
  • Permissions: Use API keys with minimal required permissions
  • Monitoring: Regularly review your API usage and Zap activity
  • Rotation: Rotate API keys periodically for enhanced security

Contact support if you suspect your API key has been compromised.

Need help getting started?

Our team is here to help you set up the perfect automation workflow for your needs.

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