ZAPIER* Charge (What It Is + Is It Legit?)

When Zapier processes subscription payments for its automation platform, the billing descriptor is truncated to "ZAPIER*" because most payment processors and card networks impose a strict character limit on merchant descriptors, typically between 20 and 25 characters. The asterisk following the company name is a common convention used by payment processors like Stripe, which Zapier relies on to handle its recurring monthly billing, serving as a separator that would normally precede additional detail such as a product tier or billing period. If you see "ZAPIER*" on your statement alongside a charge of around $19.99, it almost certainly reflects your active Zapier subscription rather than any unauthorized transaction.

No, this is a legitimate charge from Zapier. However, if you did not authorize this charge or cancelled your subscription, you may be eligible for a refund.

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