Frequently Asked Questions

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How can I deploy my Vercel project automatically when content changes in Hygraph?

You can deploy your Vercel project automatically by configuring Hygraph webhooks to trigger a Vercel deploy hook whenever content changes. First, create a deploy hook in your Vercel project settings under "Deploy Hooks" and copy the generated URL. Then, in your Hygraph project, navigate to Project Settings > AI & Automation > Webhooks, add a new webhook, and paste the Vercel deploy hook URL. You can specify which content models, stages (such as Published or Draft), and actions (like publish or unpublish) should trigger the deployment. Note: Webhooks are environment-specific, so configuration must be repeated for each environment. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

What types of webhooks does Hygraph support for automation?

Hygraph supports environment-specific webhooks that can be configured to trigger on content changes, such as publishing or unpublishing content. You can specify which content models, stages, and actions should activate the webhook, allowing for granular automation of deployment workflows. Note: Webhook configuration is per environment and must be managed accordingly. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

Does Hygraph offer integrations with Vercel for one-click deployments?

Yes, Hygraph provides an official integration with Vercel that enables one-click deployments. This integration simplifies the process of connecting your Hygraph project to Vercel and automating deployments when content changes. For more advanced or custom workflows, you can use Hygraph webhooks to trigger Vercel deploy hooks. Note: For complex multi-environment setups, manual configuration may be required. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

What other integrations does Hygraph support?

Hygraph supports a wide range of integrations, including Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems like Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, and Scaleflex Filerobot; hosting and deployment platforms such as Netlify and Vercel; Product Information Management (PIM) with Akeneo; commerce solutions like BigCommerce; and translation/localization tools such as EasyTranslate. For a complete list, visit the Hygraph Marketplace. Note: Integration capabilities may vary by plan and project type. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

Technical Requirements & Documentation

Where can I find technical documentation for setting up webhooks and integrations in Hygraph?

Comprehensive technical documentation for setting up webhooks, integrations, and other automation features in Hygraph is available in the Hygraph Documentation. This includes guides for API usage, schema components, integration with platforms like Vercel, Mux, Akeneo, and more. For classic projects, refer to the Classic Docs. Note: Documentation may differ between Studio and Classic versions; ensure you reference the correct version for your project. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

Are webhooks in Hygraph environment-specific?

Yes, webhooks in Hygraph are configured per environment. This means that if your project uses multiple environments (e.g., development, staging, production), you must set up webhooks separately for each environment. This allows for granular control but requires careful management to ensure correct automation across environments. Note: Forgetting to configure webhooks for all environments may result in missed deployments. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

Security & Compliance

What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph hold?

Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (achieved August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified for its hosting infrastructure, and GDPR compliant. These certifications demonstrate Hygraph's commitment to secure and compliant content management. For more details, visit the Hygraph Secure Features page. Note: While Hygraph provides strong compliance, customers are responsible for configuring their own security settings and access controls. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

Use Cases & Customer Success

What are some real-world examples of companies using Hygraph for automated deployments and content management?

Companies such as Samsung, Dr. Oetker, Komax, AutoWeb, BioCentury, Voi, HolidayCheck, and Lindex Group have used Hygraph to automate deployments, manage content at scale, and improve digital experiences. For example, Samsung improved customer engagement by 15%, and Komax achieved a 3x faster time-to-market by managing over 20,000 product variations across 40+ markets. For more details, see the Hygraph case studies page. Note: Specific automation workflows may require custom configuration. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

Implementation & Onboarding

How long does it take to implement Hygraph for automated deployment workflows?

Implementation time varies 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. Hygraph provides structured onboarding, starter projects, and extensive documentation to accelerate setup. Note: Highly customized automation may require additional development time. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

Performance & Limitations

What performance improvements does Hygraph offer for content delivery and automation?

Hygraph has optimized its high-performance endpoints for low latency and high read-throughput, and introduced a read-only cache endpoint with 3-5x latency improvement. These enhancements ensure faster content delivery and more efficient automation workflows. For more details, see the Hygraph blog post on performance improvements. Note: Actual performance may vary based on project configuration and integration complexity. Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics.

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#Deploy your Vercel project with Hygraph webhooks

If you are using Vercel for your deployments, you should check our official integration for a one-click build button. Alternatively, if you want a hands off approach, you can use Hygraph webhooks to automatically deploy when content changes.

#1. Create your deploy hook

Inside your Vercel project Git settings, scroll to the "Deploy Hooks" section. You'll want to specify the name of your hook, and the Git branch name you want to trigger a deployment for.

The name is only a reference to you, and you should never share these deployment URLs, as they're public, and don't require any authentication to call.

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Once you've configured your hook, create it, and copy the URL.

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#2. Configure Hygraph

Now navigate to Project Settings > AI & Automation > Webhooks in your Hygraph project, and click Add webhook.

Give your webhook a name, and paste your Vercel deploy hook URL inside the URL input. You can disable including the payload. Hygraph webhook configHygraph webhook config

Next you will want to configure the triggers which call the Vercel deploy hook. You can specify:

Content Model

You can specify one or more content models within your project that causes this webhook to trigger. If you don't specify any, then any content model will be linked to this webhook.

Stage

In some cases you may want to deploy a custom content stage such as DRAFT to a staging environment. When you need to do this, you'll most likely want to duplicate your project inside Vercel, connected to the same repo, and repeat step 1.

In this example, we'll select Published as the stage we're watching for content to be published to. This means if someone is drafting a post inside Hygraph, then our Vercel deploy hook will not be called.

Action

You can specify one or more actions to watch to trigger your Vercel build hook. In this example, we want to redeploy our Vercel project whenever content is published, or unpublished, so we'll opt to leave this field empty.

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#3. Publish content and deploy

Now head to your content editor, make a change, and click "Save and publish". You'll then notice inside your Vercel deployments list there is a new build.

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That's it!