Troubleshooting: Zapier failing to trigger on GitHub release
A Zap set to trigger on GitHub releases intermittently does not fire; looking for checklist (auth, webhook delivery, app limits) and common fixes.
Best tools for this use case
Based on the workflow in this discussion, these tools are useful starting points to review.
Zapier
Best general-purpose automation layer for connecting tools and processes quickly.
Make
Powerful automation builder for advanced visual flow design and multi-step operations.
n8n
Technical automation platform with strong flexibility, control and AI workflow potential.
Answers
Approved replies, operator insight, and tactical follow-up from the community.
Checklist:
- Confirm Zap is ON and uses “Release published” (not draft).
- Re-auth GitHub app/token and verify repo permissions.
- Check GitHub webhook delivery history for 2xx responses; inspect payloads and retries.
- Review Zapier Task History and remove overly strict filters.
- Watch GitHub rate limits; add small delay/queue or backoff if bursts occur.
Common fixes: reinstall the GitHub App, re-create the Zap, or switch to a direct webhook trigger.
More on Zapier options: Compare Zapier and Make