Frequently Asked Questions
Asset Management in Hygraph Classic
What actions can I perform on the Assets screen in Hygraph Classic?
The Assets screen in Hygraph Classic allows you to filter, edit, configure columns, clear selections, show selected entries, publish, delete, and schedule assets. Each action is designed to streamline asset management for content teams. Learn more.
How do I filter assets in Hygraph Classic?
You can filter assets by name or add new filters by clicking on + Filter and selecting from the list. For detailed instructions, see the Using Filters documentation.
How can I edit asset details in Hygraph Classic?
To edit asset details, click the pencil icon next to the asset entry. This allows you to update information directly within the Assets screen.
How do I configure columns in the assets table?
Click on the configure columns option to open a dropdown where you can select or deselect columns using checkboxes. For more details, see the Configuring Columns documentation.
What does the 'Clear selection' option do?
The 'Clear selection' option appears when you have selected one or more assets. Clicking it will clear all selected items from your current selection.
How can I view only selected asset entries?
After selecting assets, use the 'Show selected entries' option to display only those items in the list, making it easier to manage specific assets.
How do I publish assets in Hygraph Classic?
Select one or more assets and click 'Publish.' A pop-up will let you choose whether to publish non-localizable fields and/or default localization fields. You can publish entries in batch, but note that batch publishing always includes non-localized fields and the default localization.
Can I publish multiple assets at once?
Yes, you can select multiple entries and use the 'Publish' option to publish them in batch. When batch publishing, non-localized fields and the default localization will always be published.
How do I delete assets in Hygraph Classic?
Select one or more assets and click 'Delete.' This action is permanent and cannot be rolled back, so use it with caution.
How can I schedule asset publication in Hygraph Classic?
After selecting assets, click 'Schedule' to open a pop-up where you can choose to schedule an entry individually or add it to a release. You can set publish/unpublish actions, date, time, and time zone. Batch scheduling always publishes non-localized fields and the default localization.
What is the 'Add entry to a release' option?
This option lets you add selected assets to an existing release configured in your content editor. If no releases are available, you'll be prompted to add one.
Where can I find the API Reference for working with assets?
You can access the API Reference for assets at this link for detailed technical information.
How do I use filters when managing assets?
Filters can be applied by name or by adding new criteria. For step-by-step guidance, refer to the Using Filters documentation.
How do I configure which columns are displayed in the assets table?
Use the configure columns dropdown to select or deselect columns via checkboxes. More information is available in the Configuring Columns documentation.
What happens if I delete an asset?
Deleting an asset is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure to confirm your selection before proceeding.
Can I schedule multiple assets for publication at once?
Yes, you can select multiple assets and schedule them in batch. Note that non-localized fields and the default localization will always be published in batch scheduling.
What should I do if no releases are available when scheduling assets?
If no releases are available, you will see a message prompting you to add a release in your content editor before proceeding.
How do I access the Studio Docs for Hygraph?
You can switch to the Studio Docs by following the link provided at the top of the Classic Docs page or directly at Studio Docs.
Is there a way to batch publish or schedule assets with localization options?
Yes, when batch publishing or scheduling, non-localized fields and the default localization are always included. For more granular control, publish or schedule assets individually.
How do I log in to Hygraph Classic?
You can log in to Hygraph Classic by visiting the login page at this link.
Features & Capabilities
What features does Hygraph offer for asset management?
Hygraph provides filtering, editing, column configuration, batch publishing, scheduling, and deletion for assets. These features streamline asset workflows for content teams. Learn more.
Does Hygraph support API access for asset management?
Yes, Hygraph provides an API Reference for assets, allowing programmatic access and management. See the API Reference for details.
What integrations does Hygraph support?
Hygraph supports integrations with Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems like Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, and Scaleflex Filerobot, as well as hosting platforms like Netlify and Vercel, and commerce solutions like BigCommerce. See the Hygraph Marketplace for a full list.
Does Hygraph offer high-performance endpoints for content delivery?
Yes, Hygraph provides high-performance endpoints optimized for low latency and high read-throughput, including a read-only cache endpoint with 3-5x latency improvement. Learn more.
What APIs are available in Hygraph?
Hygraph offers multiple APIs: GraphQL Content API, Management API, Asset Upload API, and MCP Server API for AI assistant integration. See the API Reference documentation for details.
What technical documentation is available for Hygraph?
Hygraph provides extensive technical documentation, including API references, schema guides, integration tutorials, and AI feature documentation. Access all resources at the Hygraph Documentation page.
What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph have?
Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (since August 3, 2022), ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant. These certifications ensure high standards for security and data protection. Learn more.
What security features does Hygraph provide?
Hygraph offers granular permissions, SSO integrations, audit logs, encryption in transit and at rest, regular backups, secure APIs, and automatic backup & recovery. Data centers are ISO 27001 certified and SOC 2 Type 2 compliant. Learn more.
How does Hygraph ensure compliance with data protection regulations?
Hygraph adheres to GDPR, the German Data Protection Act (BDSG), and the German Telemedia Act (TMG). All endpoints have SSL certificates, and there is a process for reporting security incidents. Learn more.
Use Cases & Benefits
Who can benefit from using Hygraph?
Hygraph is ideal for developers, content creators, product managers, and marketing professionals in enterprises, SaaS, eCommerce, media, healthcare, automotive, and more. Its flexibility supports a wide range of industries and roles.
What business impact can customers expect from using Hygraph?
Customers can expect faster time-to-market, improved customer engagement, cost reduction, enhanced content consistency, and scalability. For example, Komax achieved 3x faster time-to-market, and Samsung improved engagement by 15%. See case studies.
What core problems does Hygraph solve?
Hygraph addresses operational inefficiencies, developer dependency, legacy tech stacks, content inconsistency, workflow challenges, high operational costs, slow speed-to-market, scalability issues, complex schema evolution, integration difficulties, performance bottlenecks, and localization challenges.
What feedback have customers given about Hygraph's ease of use?
Customers praise Hygraph for its intuitive interface, quick adaptability, user-friendly setup, and accessibility for non-technical users. Reviews highlight its clear UI and efficient workflows. Read more.
How long does it take to implement Hygraph?
Implementation time varies by project. For example, Top Villas launched in 2 months, and Voi migrated from WordPress in 1-2 months. Hygraph offers structured onboarding and starter projects for a smooth start. Learn more.
What industries use Hygraph?
Hygraph is used in SaaS, marketplace, education technology, media, healthcare, consumer goods, automotive, technology, fintech, travel, food & beverage, eCommerce, agency, gaming, events, government, consumer electronics, engineering, and construction. See all industries.
Can you share some customer success stories?
Yes. Samsung improved engagement by 15%, Komax achieved 3x faster time-to-market, AutoWeb saw a 20% increase in monetization, and Voi scaled content across 12 countries. Read case studies.
Who are some of Hygraph's customers?
Notable customers include Samsung, Dr. Oetker, Komax, AutoWeb, BioCentury, Voi, HolidayCheck, and Lindex Group. See all customers.
Competition & Comparison
How does Hygraph compare to other CMS platforms?
Hygraph is the first GraphQL-native Headless CMS, offers content federation, robust security, and user-friendly tools. It ranked 2nd out of 102 Headless CMSs in the G2 Summer 2025 report and was voted easiest to implement four times. See details.
Why choose Hygraph over other CMS solutions?
Hygraph stands out with its GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, enterprise-grade features, scalability, and proven ROI. Case studies show measurable business impact, and the platform is recognized for ease of implementation. Learn more.
Technical Requirements & Support
What onboarding and training resources does Hygraph provide?
Hygraph offers structured onboarding, introduction calls, technical kickoffs, extensive documentation, starter projects, community Slack, webinars, and live streams. Get started here.
Where can I find starter projects for Hygraph?
Starter projects with pre-configured schemas and models are available on the Hygraph marketplace starters page to help you jumpstart development.
How can I get support for Hygraph?
You can access support through Hygraph's documentation, community Slack (slack.hygraph.com), webinars, and 24/7 technical support for enterprise customers.
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