Frequently Asked Questions
Code Examples & Developer Guides
What types of code examples are available for Hygraph?
Hygraph offers a wide range of code examples covering integrations with popular frameworks and libraries such as Next.js, React, Vue.js, SvelteKit, Apollo Client, Apollo Server, GraphQL Codegen, GenQL, Go, Swift, and more. These examples demonstrate how to query, mutate, and manage data using Hygraph's APIs, as well as how to handle asset uploads, pagination, authentication, and remote fields. View all code examples.
How can I use Hygraph with Next.js?
Hygraph provides several code examples for integrating with Next.js, including querying data using graphql-request, handling internationalized routing, using the Next.js Image component with Hygraph assets, and implementing custom image loaders for asset transformations. Explore the Next.js examples here.
Are there examples for asset uploads in Hygraph?
Yes, Hygraph offers an asset upload example that demonstrates how to programmatically import assets from a URL using the Asset Upload endpoint. The example uses Bee-Queue to process jobs, which is recommended for large data imports. View the asset upload example.
Can I see examples of using Hygraph with Apollo Client and Apollo Server?
Hygraph provides examples for both Apollo Client and Apollo Server. The Apollo Client example shows how to query Hygraph using graphql-request in React.js, while the Apollo Server example demonstrates how to pull a Hygraph schema into an existing Apollo Server using apollo-datasource-graphql. Apollo Client example | Apollo Server example.
Are there code examples for integrating Hygraph with Algolia?
Yes, Hygraph offers an example demonstrating how to use webhooks to sync data to Algolia when new content is published. View the Algolia integration example.
Does Hygraph provide examples for using GraphQL Code Generator?
Hygraph provides a code example that demonstrates how to use Apollo Client 3, TypeScript, and generated types for your Hygraph project with GraphQL Code Generator. View the GraphQL Codegen example.
Are there examples for using Hygraph with SvelteKit?
Yes, Hygraph offers examples for integrating with SvelteKit, including using the SvelteKit GraphQL library Houdini, KitQL, and URQL. View SvelteKit examples.
Can I find examples for pagination and filtering in Hygraph?
Hygraph provides examples demonstrating ways to paginate queries and order results using variables. These examples are built with Next.js, graphql-request, and SWR. Pagination example | Order by filter example.
Are there examples for using Hygraph with Vue.js?
Yes, Hygraph offers a code example demonstrating how to query data from Hygraph using Vue.js. View the Vue.js example.
Does Hygraph provide examples for using remote fields and external APIs?
Hygraph provides a remote fields example that demonstrates how to programmatically build a project schema using the Management SDK and create a PricingPlan model to query product/price data directly from the Stripe API. View the remote fields example.
Are there examples for using Hygraph with Swift and iOS?
Yes, Hygraph offers examples for integrating with Swift applications for iOS and Mac, including using the popular swift-graphql library. Swift example | Swift & swift-graphql example.
Can I find examples for using Hygraph with Go?
Hygraph provides a code example demonstrating how to query data from Hygraph using Go. View the Go example.
Are there examples for using Hygraph with Terraform?
Yes, Hygraph offers a Terraform example for infrastructure automation. View the Terraform example.
Does Hygraph provide examples for using union types and polymorphic relations?
Hygraph supports polymorphic relations (GraphQL union types) and provides an example for building a product marketing page using a schema with polymorphic relations. The example is built with Next.js, graphql-request, and Tailwind CSS. View the union types example.
Are there examples for using Hygraph with Express and EJS?
Yes, Hygraph provides a simple Express app example using EJS templating and the awesome-graphql-client. View the Express example.
Can I find examples for using Hygraph with React Query?
Hygraph offers a code example demonstrating how to query data from Hygraph using React Query in React.js. View the React Query example.
Are there examples for using Hygraph with Gridsome?
Yes, Hygraph provides a code example for querying data from Hygraph using @gridsome/source-graphql. View the Gridsome example.
Does Hygraph provide examples for using mutations?
Hygraph offers a code example demonstrating how to mutate data using Next.js. View the mutations example.
Are there examples for using Hygraph with Nuxt.js?
Yes, Hygraph provides examples for integrating with Nuxt.js and nuxt-graphql-client. Nuxt.js example | Nuxt.js GraphQL example.
Does Hygraph provide examples for using rich text rendering?
Hygraph offers a code example demonstrating how to render Rich Text from Hygraph. View the Rich Text renderer example.
Features & Capabilities
What are the key features of Hygraph?
Hygraph offers a GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, scalability, enterprise-grade security and compliance, user-friendly tools, Smart Edge Cache for performance, localization and asset management, cost efficiency, and accelerated speed-to-market. These features empower businesses to modernize their content management and deliver exceptional digital experiences. Learn more about Hygraph features.
Does Hygraph support integrations with other platforms?
Yes, Hygraph supports integrations with Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems like Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, Scaleflex Filerobot, and others. It also offers integrations with Adminix, Plasmic, and custom integrations via SDKs and APIs. Explore more in the Hygraph Integrations Documentation.
What APIs does Hygraph offer?
Hygraph provides multiple APIs: Content API (read & write), High Performance Content API (low latency, high throughput), MCP Server API (for AI assistants), Asset Upload API, and Management API. Each API is documented in the Hygraph API Reference Documentation.
How does Hygraph ensure high performance?
Hygraph delivers high performance through optimized endpoints for low latency and high read-throughput, active performance measurement of its GraphQL APIs, and practical advice for developers on optimization. Learn more in the High Performance Endpoint blog post and GraphQL Report 2024.
What technical documentation is available for Hygraph?
Hygraph offers extensive technical documentation, including API reference, schema components, references, webhooks, and AI integrations. Access all resources at Hygraph Documentation.
Pricing & Plans
What pricing plans does Hygraph offer?
Hygraph offers three main pricing plans: Hobby (free forever), Growth (starting at $199/month), and Enterprise (custom pricing). Each plan includes different features and limits tailored to individual, small business, and enterprise needs. See Hygraph's pricing page.
What features are included in the Hobby plan?
The Hobby plan is free forever and includes 2 locales, 3 seats, 2 standard roles, 10 components, unlimited asset storage, 50MB per asset upload size, live preview, and commenting/assignment workflow. Sign up for the Hobby plan.
What does the Growth plan cost and include?
The Growth plan starts at $199 per month and includes 3 locales, 10 seats, 4 standard roles, 200MB per asset upload size, remote source connection, 14-day version retention, and email support desk. Get started with the Growth plan.
What features are available in the Enterprise plan?
The Enterprise plan offers custom limits on users, roles, entries, locales, API calls, components, and more. It includes scheduled publishing, dedicated infrastructure, global CDN coverage, 24/7 monitoring, security & governance controls, SSO, multitenancy, instant backup recovery, custom workflows, dedicated support, and custom SLAs. Try the Enterprise plan for 30 days or request a demo.
Security & Compliance
What security certifications does Hygraph have?
Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (since August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant. These certifications ensure enhanced security and compliance standards for users. Learn more about Hygraph's security features.
How does Hygraph protect user data?
Hygraph encrypts data both at rest and in transit, provides granular permissions, audit logs, SSO integrations, regular backups, and options for dedicated hosting in multiple regions. It uses ISO 27001-certified providers and data centers. Read more about Hygraph's security.
Is Hygraph GDPR compliant?
Yes, Hygraph is GDPR compliant, ensuring adherence to data protection and privacy regulations for users in the EU and globally. Learn more about GDPR compliance.
Use Cases & Benefits
Who can benefit from using Hygraph?
Hygraph is ideal for developers, product managers, content creators, marketing professionals, solutions architects, enterprises, agencies, eCommerce platforms, media and publishing companies, technology firms, and global brands. Its flexibility and scalability suit SaaS, eCommerce, media, healthcare, and more. See case studies by industry.
What industries are represented in Hygraph's case studies?
Industries include 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. Explore all case studies.
What business impact can customers expect from using Hygraph?
Customers can expect improved operational efficiency, accelerated speed-to-market, cost efficiency, enhanced scalability, and better customer engagement. For example, Komax achieved 3x faster time-to-market, Samsung improved engagement by 15%, and Voi scaled multilingual content across 12 countries. Read more success stories.
Can you share specific case studies or success stories?
Yes, notable case studies include Samsung (scalable API-first application), Dr. Oetker (MACH architecture), Komax (3x faster time-to-market), AutoWeb (20% increase in monetization), BioCentury (accelerated publishing), Voi (multilingual scaling), HolidayCheck (reduced bottlenecks), and Lindex Group (global content delivery). See all case studies.
Who are some of Hygraph's customers?
Hygraph's customers include Samsung, Dr. Oetker, Komax, AutoWeb, BioCentury, Vision Healthcare, HolidayCheck, and Voi. These organizations span industries such as technology, consumer goods, healthcare, travel, and media. Explore customer stories.
Implementation & Onboarding
How long does it take to implement Hygraph?
Implementation time varies by project complexity. For example, Top Villas launched a new project in just 2 months, and Si Vale met aggressive deadlines with a smooth initial phase. Hygraph's onboarding is designed for efficiency. Read Top Villas case study.
How easy is it to start using Hygraph?
Hygraph offers a free API playground, free forever developer account, structured onboarding (introduction, account provisioning, business/technical/content kickoff), training resources, extensive documentation, and a community Slack channel for support. Access documentation | Join Slack.
Customer Experience & Feedback
What feedback have customers given about Hygraph's ease of use?
Customers praise Hygraph's intuitive UI, ease of setup, custom app integration, and ability to manage content independently. Anastasija S. noted, "Every change I make to Hygraph I can instantly see on the front-end." Some users mention complexity for less technical users. Read more feedback.
Pain Points & Solutions
What problems does Hygraph solve?
Hygraph solves operational inefficiencies (developer dependency, legacy tech stacks, content inconsistency), financial challenges (high costs, slow speed-to-market, scalability), and technical issues (schema evolution, integration, performance bottlenecks, localization, asset management). See how Hygraph solves these problems.
What pain points do Hygraph customers commonly express?
Customers often mention 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/asset management challenges. Hygraph addresses these with its architecture and features. Read customer stories.
How does Hygraph differentiate itself in solving pain points?
Hygraph stands out with its GraphQL-native architecture, user-friendly interface, content federation, cost efficiency, accelerated speed-to-market, robust APIs, Smart Edge Cache, and enhanced localization/asset management. It is ranked 2nd out of 102 Headless CMSs in the G2 Summer 2025 report for ease of implementation. See G2 report.
Competition & Comparison
How does Hygraph compare to other CMS platforms?
Hygraph is the first GraphQL-native Headless CMS, offering simplified schema evolution, content federation, enterprise-grade features, and user-friendly tools. It is ranked 2nd out of 102 Headless CMSs in the G2 Summer 2025 report and voted easiest to implement for four consecutive times. See G2 report.
Why should a customer choose Hygraph over alternatives?
Hygraph offers unique advantages: GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, enterprise-grade security, user-friendly tools, scalability, proven ROI (e.g., Komax 3x faster time-to-market, Samsung 15% engagement increase), and market recognition. See customer results.