Free, open-source alternatives to IFTTT
Simple if-this-then-that automations. 5 apps you can run yourself instead of IFTTT, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
ActivepiecesBest match
No-code business automation tool like Zapier or Tray. For example, you can send a Slack notification for each new Trello card.
n8n
Free node based Workflow Automation Tool. Easily automate tasks across different services.
Huginn
Build agents that monitor and act on your behalf.
Node RED
Browser-based flow editor that helps you wiring hardware devices, APIs and online services to create IoT solutions.
Automatisch
Business automation tool that lets you connect different services like Twitter, Slack, and more to automate your business processes (alternative to Zapier).
Side by side
| App | Stars | License | Activity | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activepieces | 25,025 | MIT | Docker | |
| n8n | 207,158 | Apache-2.0, Commons-Clause | Node.js | |
| Huginn | 50,051 | MIT | Ruby | |
| Node RED | 23,737 | Apache-2.0 | Node.js, Docker | |
| Automatisch | 13,997 | AGPL-3.0 | Docker |
Why replace IFTTT?
IFTTT works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.
Questions
What is the best free alternative to IFTTT?
Activepieces is the closest open-source replacement for IFTTT in our list. n8n and Huginn are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to IFTTT?
Yes. All 5 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.