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.
Export completed. Your workflow takes it from here.
- platform
- total_exported
- 11
- status
- done
- 10,000+ apps on Zapier
- Zero coding required
- 5 mins average setup time
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.
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.
Popular with: Slack, Gmail, Microsoft Teams
Save to Cloud Storage
Automatically backup your exported data to Google Drive, Dropbox, or other cloud services.
Popular with: Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive
Update Spreadsheets
Automatically add export summaries and metrics to your tracking spreadsheets.
Popular with: Google Sheets, Airtable, Excel Online
Create Support Tickets
Automatically create tickets when exports fail or need manual review.
Popular with: Zendesk, Freshdesk, Jira
Schedule Regular Exports
Use external schedulers to trigger exports at specific times or intervals.
Popular with: Schedule by Zapier, Google Calendar, Calendly
Social Media Management
Feed exported data into your social media management tools for content planning.
Popular with: Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social
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.
- Create New Zap
In Zapier, click "Create Zap" and search for "EXPORTCOMMENTS" as your trigger app.
- Select "Export Completed" Trigger
Choose the "Export Completed" trigger which fires when an export job successfully finishes with a download link.
- Authenticate with API Key
Enter your API key from
https://app.exportcomments.com/user/apito connect your account. - Configure Webhook
Zapier will automatically register a webhook at
/api/v1/zapier/webhooksto receive export completion events. - Test with Sample Data
Test the trigger with sample export data including download URLs, file info, and metadata.
- Set Up Action
Configure what happens next - send to Slack, save to Google Drive, update spreadsheets, etc.
Available trigger data
When your export completes, the following data is sent to your Zapier workflow.
Export information
- Export GUID
guid - Unique identifier for the export job string
- Source URL
url - The original social media URL that was exported string
- Platform
platform - Social media platform (instagram, youtube, etc.) string
- Export Type
export_type - Type of content exported (posts, comments, etc.) string
- Status
status - Current status of the export (done, failed, etc.) string
- Total Items
total - Total number of items found integer
- Items Exported
total_exported - Number of items successfully exported integer
- User Plan
plan - User subscription plan level string
File & URLs
- File Name
file_name - Name of the exported file string
- Download URL
download_url - Direct link to download the export file string
- Preview URL
preview_url - Link to preview the file online string
- JSON URL
json_url - Link to JSON format of the data string
- Status URL
status_url - Link to view export status page string
- Created At
created_at - When the export was created datetime
- Exported At
exported_at - When the export was completed datetime
- Delete After
delete_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"
}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.