Frequently Asked Questions

High-Performance Endpoint & API Migration

What improvements have been made to Hygraph's high-performance endpoint?

Hygraph's high-performance endpoint for the Content API now offers low latency and high read-throughput, resulting in faster application load times and improved user engagement. Key enhancements include model-and-stage-based partial cache invalidations, support for GraphQL Mutations (previously only available on the regular endpoint), and a read-only cache endpoint with 3-5x latency improvement. These upgrades are designed to optimize content delivery and user experience. Note: Further granular partial cache invalidations are planned for release later this year. Source

How do I migrate from the old endpoint to the new high-performance endpoint?

To migrate, go to your project settings > API Access, copy the URL under the high-performance content API, and replace the existing endpoint in your frontend application. The old endpoint will be deprecated for existing projects by the end of Q1 2025 and is no longer accessible for new projects. Ensure you update all references to avoid service disruption. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics. Source

What are model-and-stage-based partial cache invalidations?

Model-and-stage-based partial cache invalidations allow Hygraph to invalidate only specific parts of the cache, rather than the entire cache. This results in a higher cache hit ratio and faster content delivery for downstream applications. Further granularity in cache invalidation is planned for future releases. Note: Full cache invalidation may still be required in certain edge cases. Source

Does the new endpoint support both read and write operations?

Yes, the new high-performance endpoint now supports both read and write operations, including GraphQL Mutations. This enables developers to query and manipulate content programmatically with improved performance. Note: Mutations were previously only available on the regular endpoint. Source

Features & Capabilities

What APIs does Hygraph provide?

Hygraph offers several APIs: the GraphQL Content API (optimized for high performance and low latency), Management API (for project structure), Asset Upload API (for file uploads), and MCP Server API (for secure AI assistant communication). Each API is documented in the API Reference documentation. Note: Not all APIs may be suitable for every use case; consult documentation for specifics.

What integrations are available with Hygraph?

Hygraph supports integrations with Digital Asset Management systems (Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, Scaleflex Filerobot), hosting platforms (Netlify, Vercel), Product Information Management (Akeneo), commerce solutions (BigCommerce), translation/localization (EasyTranslate), and others (Adminix, Plasmic). For a full list, visit Hygraph's Marketplace. Note: Integration availability may vary by plan and project type.

What are the key capabilities and benefits of Hygraph?

Hygraph's core capabilities include GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, enterprise-grade security and compliance, Smart Edge Cache, localization, granular permissions, and high-performance endpoints. Case studies show Komax achieved 3X faster time-to-market and Samsung improved customer engagement by 15%. Note: Some features may require specific plans or configurations. Komax Case Study, Samsung Case Study

Product Performance & Reliability

How does Hygraph ensure high performance and reliability?

Hygraph optimizes for low latency and high read-throughput via its high-performance endpoints and advanced caching strategies. The read-only cache endpoint delivers 3-5x latency improvement. Performance is actively measured, with practical advice for developers available in the GraphQL Report 2024. Note: Performance may vary based on project complexity and integration choices.

Security & Compliance

What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph hold?

Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (since August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant. Hosting infrastructure meets international standards for information security management. Note: Certification scope may vary by deployment; consult sales for details. Source

What security features are available in Hygraph?

Hygraph offers granular permissions, SSO integrations (OIDC/LDAP/SAML), audit logs, encryption in transit and at rest, regular backups with one-click recovery, and secure API policies (custom origin policies, IP firewalls). All endpoints have SSL certificates. Note: Some features may require enterprise plans. Source

Implementation & Onboarding

How long does it take to implement Hygraph?

Implementation timelines vary by project complexity. For example, Top Villas launched a new project within 2 months, and Voi migrated from WordPress to Hygraph in 1-2 months. Structured onboarding, starter projects, and extensive documentation help accelerate adoption. Note: Complex integrations may require additional time. Source, Source

How easy is it to start using Hygraph?

Hygraph offers a user-friendly interface, structured onboarding (including introduction calls and technical kickoffs), starter projects, and extensive documentation. Customers can sign up for a free account and access community support via Slack. Note: Some advanced features may require technical expertise. Source

Customer Feedback & Success Stories

What feedback have customers given about Hygraph's ease of use?

Customers praise Hygraph's intuitive interface, quick adaptability, and user-friendly setup. For example, Sigurður G. (CTO) noted the UI is intuitive for non-technical users, and Charissa K. (Senior CMS Specialist) highlighted its clear setup and localization capabilities. Note: Some advanced workflows may require technical guidance. Source

Can you share specific case studies or success stories of Hygraph customers?

Hygraph has been used by Samsung (15% improved customer engagement), Komax (3X faster time-to-market), AutoWeb (20% increase in website monetization), Voi (scaled multilingual content across 12 countries), and others. For more, visit Hygraph's case studies page. Note: Results may vary by implementation and industry.

Use Cases & Target Audience

Who is the target audience for Hygraph?

Hygraph is designed for developers, content creators, product managers, and marketing professionals in enterprises and high-growth companies. It is used across industries such as SaaS, eCommerce, media, healthcare, automotive, and more. Note: Some industries may require specialized integrations or workflows. Source

What industries are represented in Hygraph's case studies?

Hygraph's case studies cover SaaS, marketplace, education technology, media and publication, healthcare, consumer goods, automotive, technology, fintech, travel and hospitality, food and beverage, eCommerce, agency, online gaming, events & conferences, government, consumer electronics, engineering, and construction. Note: Industry-specific requirements may impact implementation. Source

Pain Points & Problems Solved

What core problems does Hygraph solve?

Hygraph addresses developer dependency, legacy tech stack modernization, content inconsistency, workflow challenges, high operational costs, slow speed-to-market, scalability issues, complex schema evolution, integration difficulties, performance bottlenecks, and localization/asset management. Note: Some challenges may require custom solutions or advanced integrations. Source

Business Impact & ROI

What business impact can customers expect from using Hygraph?

Customers can expect faster time-to-market (Komax: 3X faster), improved customer engagement (Samsung: 15% increase), cost reduction, enhanced content consistency, scalability, and proven ROI (AutoWeb: 20% increase in monetization, Voi: multilingual scaling across 12 countries). Note: Impact depends on project scope and implementation. Source

Technical Documentation & Support

Where can I find technical documentation for Hygraph?

Technical documentation is available for APIs, schema components, onboarding, integrations, and AI features at Hygraph Documentation. Classic docs are available for legacy projects. Note: Documentation may be updated periodically; check for the latest guides.

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Improvements to the new High-performance Endpoint

With the launch of significant improvements, we are replacing our existing endpoint with the new and improved High-performance endpoint for the Content API.
Shahan Syed

Last updated by Shahan 

Jan 21, 2026

Originally written by Shahan

A visual representation of Hygraph's distributed cache

As API performance is critical to ensuring an enhanced experience for your audience, at the end of 2022, we started working on a new approach to edge caching and introduced our new high-performance endpoint for the content API.

Over the past few months, we have introduced significant improvements to the new endpoint, which included model-and-stage based partial cache invalidations.

We have now launched another major improvement to the new endpoint; our popular and unique GraphQL Mutations, which was previously only available on the regular endpoint.

The launch of GraphQL Mutations for the new high-performance endpoint, along with partial cache invalidations makes it our most advanced endpoint yet. We've also received great feedback about the new endpoint from the community and have planned several improvements to it for the future iterations.

Therefore, we have decided to replace the old endpoint with the new and improved high-performance endpoint. This is likely to happen by the end of Q1 2025.

Comparison chart showing the New endpoint offers partial cache invalidation and low latency performance

To switch to the new endpoint, go to project settings > API Access. Copy the URL under the high-performance content API, and replace it with the existing endpoint in your frontend application.

In this article, we will further explain how the new endpoint is better than the previous one.

#How is the new endpoint better?

It's faster

The new endpoint provides low latency and high read-throughput. Hence, applications load faster for your end-users, which leads to improved engagement and user satisfaction.

Offers model-and-stage-based partial cache invalidations

The new endpoint offers model-and-stage-based partial cache invalidations. Further granular partial cache invalidations will be released later this year.

Since the entire cache is not invalidated, content is more often served from the cache than the origin, which leads to a higher cache hit ratio. As a result, downstream applications load much faster.

All of this is offered without any code changes on your end.

Supports both read-and-write operations

The new endpoint now supports our powerful GraphQL Mutations.

#Timelines

The old endpoint will no longer be accessible on new projects.

We will deprecate the old endpoint on existing projects by the end of Q1 2025. Please make sure to replace the old endpoint with the new one wherever it is used.

Feel free to share your thoughts on our community channel or reach out to us for assistance if needed.

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Shahan Syed

Shahan Syed

Shahan is the Product Marketing Manager at Hygraph. Living in Pakistan, he loves to spend time exploring places, pencil sketching, reading, and watching science fiction and K-dramas.

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