> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://api-docs.rhombus.community/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Integrate with Zapier
> Connect Rhombus to thousands of apps with the native Zapier integration — build event-driven automations for camera alerts, doors, and sensors without code.
Native Zapier integration for Rhombus. Create automated workflows triggered by camera events, door activity, button presses, and sensor alerts. No-code alternative to webhook integrations.
## Quick Start
Generate at [Rhombus Console](https://console.rhombussystems.com/settings/api-management/) → Settings → API Management
Search "Rhombus" in Zapier, authenticate with your API key
Choose trigger → Configure action → Test → Activate
## Available Triggers
| Trigger | Type | Description |
| - | - | - |
| **New Rule Event** | Instant | Fires when Rhombus Rules Engine condition is satisfied |
| **New Button Event** | Instant | Button device pressed (e.g., panic button) |
| **New Door Sensor Event** | Instant | Door open/close/forced events |
| **New Environment Sensor Event** | Instant | Temperature, humidity, air quality alerts |
| **New Audit Record** | Polling | Security event audit logs created |
| **New Camera Clip** | Polling | Video clip saved to library |
| **New Custom Footage Seekpoint** | Polling | Custom marker added to video timeline |
**Instant** triggers use webhooks (real-time). **Polling** triggers check every 1-15 minutes depending on plan.
## Available Actions
| Action | Description | Key Parameters |
| - | - | - |
| **Unlock Door** | Remotely unlock access-controlled door | Door ID, duration |
| **Create Clip** | Save video clip from camera | Camera, start/end time, title |
| **Create Live Stream** | Generate shareable stream URL | Camera, expiration, password |
| **Reboot Camera** | Restart camera device | Camera ID |
| **Toggle Privacy Mode** | Enable/disable camera feed visibility | Camera ID, state |
| **Play Audio** | Broadcast audio message | Gateway ID, audio file |
| **Create Seekpoint** | Add timeline marker to footage | Camera, timestamp, label |
| **Update Camera Config** | Modify camera settings | 20+ configuration options |
| **Toggle Audio Recording** | Enable/disable audio capture | Gateway ID, state |
## Authentication
Generate your API key in the [Rhombus Console](https://console.rhombussystems.com/settings/api-management/). EU organizations use [console.eu.rhombussystems.com](https://console.eu.rhombussystems.com/settings/api-management/) — see [API Regions](/api-regions).
API keys have full account permissions. Treat as passwords.
## Common Patterns
### Emergency Alerts
```text theme={null}
Button Press (Instant) → Zapier → Multiple Actions
1. Send SMS via Twilio
2. Post to Slack #security
3. Create ServiceNow ticket
4. Email security team
```
### Access Automation
```text theme={null}
Google Form Submit → Zapier → Rhombus
1. Visitor submits check-in form
2. Unlock door for 2 minutes
3. Play welcome message via audio gateway
4. Log entry in Google Sheets
```
### Incident Logging
```text theme={null}
Door Forced Event (Instant) → Zapier → Logging
1. Capture door event data
2. Create video clip of incident
3. Log to Google Sheets/Airtable
4. Send alert to security channel
```
### Scheduled Maintenance
```text theme={null}
Schedule by Zapier → Rhombus Actions
1. Weekly trigger at 3 AM
2. Reboot cameras in sequence
3. Toggle privacy mode during maintenance
4. Send completion report
```
## Zapier Platform Features
| Feature | Purpose | Rhombus Use Case |
| - | - | - |
| **Filters** | Conditional execution | Only alert if event type = "forced entry" |
| **Paths** | Branch workflows | Route different door events to different teams |
| **Multi-Step** | Chain multiple actions | Alert → Create clip → Log → Notify |
| **Delay** | Time between actions | Wait 30 seconds before unlocking door |
| **Formatter** | Transform data | Format timestamps, parse JSON |
## Pricing
For current pricing details, see [Zapier Pricing](https://zapier.com/pricing).
## Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
| - | - |
| **Auth fails** | Verify API key active at [console.rhombussystems.com](https://console.rhombussystems.com/settings/api-management/) |
| **Trigger not firing** | Check Zap history; verify event occurring in Rhombus Console; check polling interval |
| **Action fails** | Review Zap history errors; verify required fields populated; test individually |
| **Instant triggers delayed** | Webhook delivery can take 1-30 seconds; check Zapier webhook logs |
| **Polling triggers slow** | Free/Starter: 15 min intervals; Upgrade for faster polling |
## Instant vs Polling Triggers
| Type | Triggers | Speed | How It Works |
| - | - | - | - |
| **Instant** | Rule Event, Button, Door, Environment Sensor | 1-30 sec | Rhombus sends webhook to Zapier when event occurs |
| **Polling** | Audit Record, Clip, Seekpoint | 1-15 min | Zapier checks Rhombus API on schedule |
Use **instant triggers** for time-sensitive alerts (panic buttons, door forced). Use **polling** for logging and reporting.
## When to Use Zapier vs Webhooks
| Use Zapier When | Use Native Webhooks When |
| - | - |
| Need visual workflow builder | Writing custom code anyway |
| Connecting to 3rd party apps | Handling webhooks internally |
| No developer resources | Need sub-second latency |
| Rapid prototyping | Complex data transformations |
| Team collaboration via UI | Webhook-native architecture |
See [Webhook Listener Implementation](/implementations/webhook-listener) for native webhook setup.
## Resources
Official Rhombus triggers and actions
800+ API endpoints for custom integrations
Generate and manage API keys
Share Zaps and get support
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