Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started & Implementation

What resources are available for implementing Hygraph with Next.js?

Hygraph provides a comprehensive set of resources for integrating with Next.js, including starter templates, blog tutorials, and video walkthroughs. Notable resources include:

For more resources, visit the Hygraph Next.js resources page.

How easy is it to get started with Hygraph?

Hygraph is designed for rapid onboarding and ease of use. Customers can start immediately using the free API Playground and sign up for a free forever developer account. For larger projects, a demo can be requested. The structured onboarding process includes introduction calls, account provisioning, business and technical kickoffs, and content schema setup. Training resources such as webinars, live streams, and how-to videos are available, along with extensive documentation at Hygraph Documentation. These resources ensure a smooth start whether you are new or migrating from another platform.
Source: Hygraph Documentation, Try Hygraph

How long does it take to implement Hygraph?

Implementation time varies by project scope. For example, Top Villas launched a new project within 2 months from initial contact, and Si Vale met aggressive deadlines during their initial implementation. The platform's free API Playground and developer account allow teams to start immediately, and the structured onboarding process accelerates adoption.
Source: Top Villas Case Study, Si Vale Case Study

Features & Capabilities

What are the key features and benefits of Hygraph?

Hygraph is a GraphQL-native Headless CMS offering:

These features help businesses modernize their content management, streamline workflows, and deliver digital experiences at scale.
Source: Security Features, manual

How does Hygraph perform in terms of speed and reliability?

Hygraph is engineered for high performance and reliability. Its Smart Edge Cache ensures fast content delivery for global audiences, and high-performance endpoints have been significantly improved for speed and reliability. The platform also provides practical advice for developers to optimize GraphQL API usage.
Source: High-Performance Endpoint Improvements

What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph have?

Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (achieved August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified for hosting infrastructure, and GDPR compliant. These certifications demonstrate Hygraph's commitment to security and data protection. For more details, see the security features page and security and compliance report.
Source: Hygraph Security Report by Drata, Security Features

How does Hygraph handle maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting?

Hygraph is a cloud-based platform, so all deployment, updates, security, and infrastructure maintenance are managed by Hygraph. Upgrades, such as new features and performance improvements, are seamlessly integrated. Troubleshooting support is available 24/7 via chat, email, and phone, with additional resources like Intercom chat, community Slack, and extensive documentation.
Source: manual, Hygraph Documentation

Use Cases & Benefits

Who can benefit from using Hygraph?

Hygraph is ideal for developers, product managers, and marketing teams in industries such as ecommerce, automotive, technology, food and beverage, and manufacturing. It is especially suited for organizations modernizing legacy tech stacks, global enterprises needing localization and asset management, and businesses seeking scalable, future-proof content management.
Source: ICPVersion2_Hailey.pdf

What problems does Hygraph solve for its customers?

Hygraph addresses operational inefficiencies (reducing developer dependency, modernizing legacy tech stacks, ensuring content consistency), financial challenges (lowering operational costs, accelerating speed-to-market, supporting scalability), and technical issues (simplifying schema evolution, resolving integration difficulties, optimizing performance, improving localization and asset management).
Source: Hailey Feed .pdf

Can you share some customer success stories with Hygraph?

Yes. Komax achieved a 3X faster time-to-market by managing over 20,000 product variations across 40+ markets via a single CMS. Autoweb saw a 20% increase in website monetization. Samsung improved customer engagement by 15% with a scalable member platform. Stobag increased online revenue share from 15% to 70% after transitioning to a digital-first approach. For more, see customer stories.
Source: Customer Stories

What KPIs and metrics are associated with the pain points Hygraph solves?

Key metrics include:

For more, see the blog on CMS KPIs.

Support & Training

What customer service and support options are available after purchasing Hygraph?

Hygraph offers 24/7 support via chat, email, and phone. Real-time troubleshooting is available through Intercom chat, and customers can join the community Slack channel for quick assistance. Extensive documentation, webinars, live streams, and how-to videos are provided. Enterprise customers receive a dedicated Customer Success Manager and a structured onboarding process.
Source: Hygraph Documentation, Pricing, Enterprise CMS

What training and technical support is available to help customers adopt Hygraph?

Hygraph provides a structured onboarding process, including introduction calls, account provisioning, business and technical kickoffs, and content schema setup. Training resources include webinars, live streams, and how-to videos. Extensive documentation is available for self-paced learning, and real-time support is offered via chat, email, phone, Intercom, and Slack. Enterprise customers receive a dedicated Customer Success Manager.
Source: Hygraph Documentation, Pricing, Enterprise CMS

Product Information & Usability

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

Customers consistently praise Hygraph's intuitive editor UI, which is easy for both technical and non-technical users. Many users report being able to set up and use Hygraph immediately, even without technical expertise. The platform is recognized for "Best Usability" (Summer 2023), and users appreciate custom app integration for content quality checks and instant feedback.
Source: Hailey Feed - PMF Research.xlsx, Try Hygraph

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#Hygraph resources for Next

Here's a list of our resources for Next:

Resource nameResource typeDescription
Next 14 eCommerce starterHygraph Marketplace pageA simple eCommerce experience using Next.js, TailwindCSS, a custom reviews API, and Hygraph as a PIM.
Hygraph FM: Building the artist content modelBlog postLearn how to build an artist content model for the music streaming platform Hygraph FM, add the LastFM Rest API as a remote source to retrieve metadata, and create a modular component to structure artist content.
Hygraph FM: Building an artist page with components and NextBlog postLearn how to build Leran how to build a frontend with Next and use remote LastFM date for landing pages
Hygraph FM: Adding pagination with Next.js and maintaining SEOBlog postLearn how to how to add pagination and maintain SEO using Hygraph and Next
Bryan teaches Tim Next.js with GraphQL and HygraphVideo - Livestream recordingSee Tim learn on the spot as Bryan teaches him Next.js 14 app directory with GraphQL and "load more" functionality with Hygraph.
Creating an Enterprise News starter with Next.js and Hygraph CMSVideo - Livestream recordingDive into this enterprise-ready content starter that will accelerate your Hygraph project's development, enhance user engagement, and unlock new possibilities.
Creating a QR Code Custom Sidebar Element with Next.js in HygraphVideoExtending the functionality of your CMS is incredibly important. The ability to add features for your editors while maintaining developer experience is paramount to creating great workflows in your company.