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Zapworks

Zapworks

Augmented Reality Advertising Technologyzap.works

Zapworks democratizes augmented reality creation for brands and agencies, providing intuitive tools to build engaging WebAR experiences that enhance advertising campaigns and drive measurable customer engagement without requiring app downloads.

Last updated Jun 23, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team

Founded
2011
HQ
London, England, United Kingdom
Parent
Connections
8

At a glance

Employees
51-200
7competitors1corporate family

About

Leading WebAR platform for marketing and advertising applications

Zapworks is a comprehensive augmented reality creation platform developed by Zappar, a UK-based AR technology company. The platform provides tools for marketers, designers, and developers to build immersive AR experiences for advertising campaigns, product packaging, retail activations, and brand engagement initiatives. Zapworks operates as the flagship product suite of Zappar, offering both no-code and code-based solutions that allow users to create WebAR experiences accessible through mobile browsers without requiring app downloads. The platform serves as a key player in the intersection of AdTech and immersive technology, enabling brands to enhance traditional advertising with interactive AR layers. Zapworks includes multiple products tailored to different skill levels and use cases, from simple drag-and-drop tools to advanced development environments. The platform is particularly significant in the AdTech ecosystem for its focus on making AR accessible to marketers and creative agencies, providing analytics and tracking capabilities that allow brands to measure engagement and ROI of their AR campaigns. As a subsidiary of Zappar, Zapworks continues to operate as a distinct product platform serving major brands and agencies globally. The company has established itself as a leader in WebAR technology, emphasizing ease of use, cross-platform compatibility, and integration with existing marketing workflows. Zapworks' solutions are used across various industries including consumer packaged goods, retail, entertainment, and education, helping brands create memorable interactive experiences that bridge physical and digital touchpoints.

Business model

SaaS

Target market

Mid-Market, Enterprise

What they offer

  • Zapworks Designer

    No-code AR creation tool with drag-and-drop interface for building simple AR experiences quickly

  • Zapworks Studio

    Advanced AR authoring environment for creating complex, interactive AR experiences with scripting capabilities

  • Universal AR SDK

    Software development kit for developers to build custom AR applications with full programmatic control

  • ZapBox

    Affordable mixed reality development kit for creating room-scale AR experiences

Key features

WebAR technology requiring no app downloadsCross-platform compatibility (iOS, Android, web browsers)Image tracking and face tracking capabilities3D model support and animationAnalytics and engagement trackingQR code and custom trigger supportCloud hosting and content managementReal-time preview and testing tools

Use cases

Product packaging activation and gamificationPrint advertising enhancement with AR layersRetail point-of-sale experiencesVirtual product try-ons and visualizationEvent and experiential marketing activationsEducational and training contentBrand storytelling and engagement campaignsOut-of-home advertising augmentation

Customer segments

Advertising agenciesBrand marketing teamsConsumer packaged goods companiesRetail brandsEntertainment and media companiesEducational institutionsEvent marketing agencies

Tech & specs

Technology stack

WebGLJavaScriptComputer vision3D rendering enginesCloud infrastructureMobile web technologiesImage recognition algorithms

Security & compliance

GDPR

Deployment

Cloud

API

Yes

Corporate history
  1. 2011 · Founded
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