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Integration & Partnerships

What is the Hygraph and Smartling partnership about?

Hygraph and Smartling have partnered to provide an integration that optimizes localization workflows for users. This partnership allows mutual customers to sync content from Hygraph to Smartling, where it can be localized using Smartling's LanguageAI platform and professional language services. After localization, content can be imported back into Hygraph, streamlining the translation process and reducing manual effort. Note: The integration is best suited for teams needing automated localization; teams with highly custom translation workflows may require additional configuration. Learn more about the Smartling app integration.

How does the Smartling integration with Hygraph work?

The integration enables users to submit content from Hygraph to Smartling for localization. Smartling's LanguageAI platform and language services process the content, and the localized version can then be imported back into Hygraph. This creates an automated workflow for translation and localization, reducing manual steps and accelerating time-to-market. Note: Teams requiring advanced localization features should review Smartling's documentation for compatibility. Get started with the Smartling app.

What are the benefits of integrating Smartling with Hygraph?

Integrating Smartling with Hygraph automates the localization process, freeing up time for content teams and enabling faster time-to-market. It allows for personalized translation experiences and reduces manual effort in managing multilingual content. Note: The integration is most effective for organizations with ongoing localization needs; teams with infrequent translation requirements may not see as much benefit.

Features & Capabilities

What are the key features of Hygraph?

Hygraph offers a GraphQL-native Headless CMS, content federation, enterprise-grade security and compliance (SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, GDPR), user-friendly tools for non-technical users, scalability, localization workflows, Smart Edge Cache, high-performance CDN, and AI capabilities such as AI Assist and AI Agents for content generation and optimization. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics. Explore Hygraph features.

Does Hygraph support localization and translation workflows?

Yes, Hygraph supports localization workflows and integrates with platforms like Smartling and EasyTranslate for content translation. This enables businesses to manage multi-locale content efficiently and deliver consistent messaging across global markets. Note: Teams with highly custom localization requirements should review integration documentation for compatibility. Smartling integration, EasyTranslate integration.

What integrations are available with Hygraph?

Hygraph provides integrations with Digital Asset Management platforms (Cloudinary, Bynder, Filestack, Scaleflex Filerobot), localization tools (Smartling, EasyTranslate), hosting and deployment (Netlify, Vercel), video management (Mux), object storage (AWS S3), image optimization (Imgix), Product Information Management (Akeneo), and more. Note: Some integrations may require additional setup or subscription. See all integrations.

Does Hygraph offer an API?

Yes, Hygraph offers a robust API ecosystem, including a GraphQL API for precise data fetching, a Content API for programmatic content access, and a Management API for schema and user management. These APIs support automation, integration, and efficient content delivery. Note: API usage may require technical expertise; consult documentation for details. API Reference.

Security & Compliance

What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph have?

Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (achieved August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant. The platform offers granular permissions, audit logs, automatic backups, encryption at rest and in transit, and region-based hosting options. Note: For industry-specific compliance requirements, consult Hygraph's secure features documentation. Secure Features page.

Use Cases & Customer Success

What industries are represented in Hygraph's case studies?

Hygraph's case studies span 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: For industry-specific case studies, visit Hygraph's case studies page.

Can you share specific customer success stories using Hygraph?

Yes, notable examples include Komax achieving 3X faster time-to-market, AutoWeb seeing a 20% increase in website monetization, Samsung improving customer engagement by 15%, Dr. Oetker ensuring global consistency and scalability, HolidayCheck streamlining content operations, Fitfox launching a mobile-first product, DTM migrating to a headless CMS, and Statistics Finland optimizing data delivery. Note: Results may vary based on implementation scope. Read more case studies.

Who are some of Hygraph's customers?

Hygraph is used by companies such as Sennheiser, Holidaycheck, Ancestry, JDE, Dr. Oetker, Ashley Furniture, Lindex, Hairhouse, Komax, Shure, Stobag, Burrow, G2I, Epic Games, Bandai Namco, Gamescom, Leo Vegas, Codecentric, Voi, and Clayton Homes. Note: Customer adoption varies by industry and use case. See customer stories.

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

Customers report positive experiences with Hygraph's ease of use. Anastasija S. (Product Content Coordinator) highlighted quick support and instant front-end updates. Charissa K. described Hygraph as "fast to comprehend and localizable." Tom K. (Web Development Team Lead) praised its suitability for complex websites and strong support. Note: User experience may vary based on project complexity. Read more testimonials.

Implementation & Onboarding

How long does it take to implement Hygraph, and how easy is it to start?

Implementation time depends on project complexity. Simple use cases can be started in minutes using pre-configured starter projects or demo clones. Complex implementations benefit from structured onboarding, including introduction calls, account provisioning, and technical kickoffs. Extensive documentation and community support are available. Note: Large-scale migrations may require additional planning. Getting Started guide.

Technical Documentation

Where can I find technical documentation for Hygraph?

Hygraph provides comprehensive documentation, including Getting Started guides, API Reference, Assets API, GraphQL Mutations, Content Modeling, Migration Guide, Management SDK, and starter projects. These resources support users at every stage. Note: Documentation is updated regularly; check for the latest guides. Hygraph Documentation.

Pain Points & Problems Solved

What problems does Hygraph solve for its customers?

Hygraph addresses operational inefficiencies (reducing developer dependency, modernizing legacy tech stacks, ensuring content consistency), financial challenges (lower operational costs, faster speed-to-market, scalability), and technical issues (simplified schema evolution, integration with third-party systems, performance optimization, localization and asset management). Note: Teams with highly custom workflows may require additional configuration. See case studies.

Performance & Reliability

What should prospects know about Hygraph's product performance?

Hygraph delivers fast and reliable content via a global CDN, with typical API latency between 70–100ms. Smart Edge Cache optimizes delivery, and the platform aims for 99.9%+ uptime. Region-based hosting supports compliance and performance for global operations. Note: Performance may vary based on traffic and integration complexity. Performance details.

Target Audience & Use Cases

Who is the target audience for Hygraph?

Hygraph is designed for marketing and content teams, developer and engineering teams, product teams, and enterprise IT and operations teams. It is particularly valuable for companies managing multiple brands, regions, and languages, and those transitioning from legacy CMS platforms to modern, API-first architectures. Note: Teams with minimal content management needs may not require Hygraph's advanced features. Learn more about use cases.

Business Impact

What business impact can customers expect from using Hygraph?

Customers can expect improved operational efficiency, faster time-to-market, enhanced customer engagement, cost savings, scalability, flexibility, and global consistency. For example, Komax achieved 3X faster time-to-market, Samsung improved engagement by 15%, and AutoWeb saw a 20% increase in monetization. Note: Impact depends on implementation scope and organizational readiness. See business impact.

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Hygraph and Smartling are excited to officially announce their partnership

Hygraph and Smartling have partnered for a new integration to optimize localization for our users.
Cristina Mitroi
Janos Vrancsik

Last updated by Cristina & Janos 

Jan 21, 2026

Originally written by Cristina & Janos

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Happy to announce our new partnership with Smartling, a cloud based, AI-powered LanguageAI™ platform for translation that includes a Neural Machine Translation Hub and professional language services that empower teams to collaborate in real time to create experiences customers love.

Smartling will join our technology partner network, for platforms that share a vision of composability aiming to unlock best practices by using specialized services. Hygraph values the extensive list of enterprise features, integrations to most major platforms, price and overall ease of use that Smartling offers.

Integrate Hygraph with Smartling

The integration allows our mutual customers to sync/submit content from Hygraph to Smartling, where it can be localized using their LanguageAI platform and by Smartling language services. After localization, it can then be imported back into the CMS seamlessly.

Integrating Smartling with Hygraph frees up time by creating an easy, automated localization process, leads to faster time to market and allows for a personalized translation experience.

To get started, go to our marketplace to install the Smartling app.

If you'd like to develop your own app, you can get started with the app framework here.

#About Smartling

Smartling was founded to make localization and translation seamless. Their LanguageAI™️ enables global businesses to reach customers in their native languages, across any channel.

As an integrated platform built on artificial intelligence (AI), Smartling's LanguageAI generates human-quality translations, faster, more reliably, and at a significantly lower cost when compared to traditional approaches.

Smartling customers span all industries and include British Airways, Canva, IHG, New York City Mayor's Office, Volkswagen, PayPal, and more. Each year Smartling translates billions of words into more than 450 languages and locales. They are truly a global company with employees representing 17 countries and offices in New York City and Dublin.

#About Hygraph

Hygraph is the enterprise-grade structured content platform that enables ambitious digital products at scale. With the industry's most versatile GraphQL content API and a novel approach to external data sourcing, the structured content platform enables use cases beyond existing market solutions. Its capabilities can be extended as a database highly optimized for structured content, while giving content creators the tools to build their ultimate content pipeline.

Hygraph is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and is currently enabling customers across the world including Dr.Oetker, Shure, Samsung and Philips to rapidly build and deliver tomorrow's connected digital experiences at scale.

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