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Microsoft Power Automate
Microsoft Power Automate is Microsoft's workflow automation platform for connecting apps, data, and desktop software without writing code. Teams use it to build cloud flows that trigger actions across services, desktop flows that automate legacy Windows apps, and process mining tools that reveal where manual work is slowing things down. It fits organizations that want end-to-end automation inside the Microsoft ecosystem and beyond.
The platform combines digital process automation for cloud apps with robotic process automation for systems that lack APIs. Copilot in Power Automate lets you describe automations in natural language, while built-in AI models handle document processing, image analysis, and predictions. More than 1,400 certified connectors cover services like Dynamics 365, SAP, and Salesforce, with custom connectors available when you need something specific.
Governance features like Managed Environments, data loss prevention, and 360-degree monitoring help IT teams scale automation safely across large organizations. Native integration with Microsoft 365 apps such as Teams, Excel, and SharePoint means users can trigger and manage flows without leaving tools they already use daily.
Describe automations in plain language and Copilot drafts the cloud flow steps for you
Choose from more than 1,400 certified API connectors, or build a custom one for your stack
Run attended or unattended desktop RPA on Windows 10 and 11, with hosted bots that scale on demand
Map real workflows with task and process mining before you automate the slowest steps
Extract data from documents and images using built-in AI models inside your flows
Kick off approvals and notifications directly from Teams, Excel, and SharePoint
A 30-day free trial lets teams test premium connectors and process mining before buying licenses.
More than 1,400 certified connectors span Dynamics 365, SAP, Salesforce, and custom APIs.
Copilot and process mining help non-developers design and prioritize automations faster.
Native Microsoft 365 integration keeps flows inside Teams, Excel, and SharePoint.
Managed Environments and data loss prevention give IT centralized governance at scale.
Unattended RPA and hosted bots require Process or Hosted Process licenses starting at $150 per bot per month.
Power Automate runs in the cloud only, with on-premises access limited to gateway connections.
The licensing model spans multiple SKUs and add-ons, which can complicate purchasing decisions.
The Process Mining add-on costs $5,000 per tenant per month on top of a Premium license.
Does Microsoft Power Automate have a free plan?
Microsoft Power Automate offers a 30-day free trial that includes premium features. After the trial, paid plans start at $15 per user per month (paid yearly) for Power Automate Premium. Microsoft 365 subscribers also get access to Power Automate capabilities included with their license.
What browsers and devices does Microsoft Power Automate support?
Microsoft Power Automate runs in current versions of Microsoft Edge, Safari, Chrome, and Firefox. Dedicated mobile apps are available for iOS, Android, and Windows. The Power Automate for desktop app supports Windows 10 and 11 for building and running desktop flows.
Can Microsoft Power Automate connect to on-premises systems?
Microsoft Power Automate is a cloud service, but you can connect to on-premises data and applications through the on-premises data gateway. For systems without APIs, desktop flows (RPA) automate legacy applications through the user interface.
How many connectors does Microsoft Power Automate support?
Microsoft Power Automate includes more than 1,400 prebuilt, certified connectors for popular services such as Dynamics 365, SAP, and Salesforce. You can also create custom connectors for cloud applications or use desktop flows to automate non-API systems.
Is Microsoft Power Automate included with Microsoft 365?
Microsoft 365 users receive full access to Power Automate as part of their subscription. Administrators can review sign-up and licensing details in Microsoft's Power Automate sign-up FAQs for their tenant configuration.
Can I share flows I create in Microsoft Power Automate?
Yes. Microsoft Power Automate lets you add coworkers or groups as co-owners to edit and manage flows together. For manually triggered flows, you can grant other people in your organization permission to run them without giving edit access.