Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started with Hygraph & Next.js

What is Hygraph and how does it work with Next.js?

Hygraph is a GraphQL-native Headless CMS that integrates seamlessly with Next.js, allowing you to manage content centrally and deliver it to your Next.js websites and applications via API. You can quickly set up your project in Hygraph and use its GraphQL API to fetch and display content in your Next.js components. Learn more.

How do I fetch data from Hygraph in a Next.js project?

You can fetch data from Hygraph in Next.js by setting up a GraphQL client (such as Apollo Client) and querying the Hygraph GraphQL endpoint. Define your queries to request the fields you need, and use asynchronous functions to fetch and render the data in your Next.js components. See example code.

Is it easy to get started with Hygraph for Next.js?

Yes, Hygraph provides quickstart guides, example projects, and detailed documentation to help you set up your project and enable the content API for your Next.js website or app. You can sign up for free and start building immediately. Get started.

What are the steps to integrate Hygraph with a Next.js application?

The main steps are: 1) Set up a Hygraph project and define your schema, 2) Use a GraphQL client (like Apollo) in your Next.js app to connect to the Hygraph API, 3) Fetch data using GraphQL queries, and 4) Render the data in your Next.js components. Detailed guides and code samples are available in the Hygraph documentation. Read more.

Are there example projects for using Hygraph with Next.js?

Yes, Hygraph provides open source example projects that demonstrate how to use Hygraph with Next.js. You can explore these examples on GitHub to see best practices and real-world implementations. See examples.

Can I use Hygraph for eCommerce or PWA projects with Next.js?

Absolutely. Hygraph is suitable for Progressive Web Applications (PWAs), eCommerce stores, and desktop app projects built with Next.js. Its modular, API-first approach and multiplatform content management make it ideal for these use cases. Learn more.

How does Hygraph support developer experience for Next.js projects?

Hygraph aims to be the most un-opinionated CMS on the market, offering a wide collection of open source example projects and flexible APIs. This allows developers to use their preferred tools and workflows when building with Next.js. Read more.

What is the benefit of using a headless CMS like Hygraph with Next.js?

Using Hygraph as a headless CMS with Next.js enables modular, flexible content management and multiplatform delivery. It empowers marketing teams to manage content independently while providing developers with a performant, API-driven architecture. Learn more.

Does Hygraph support server-side rendering and static site generation in Next.js?

Yes, Hygraph works seamlessly with Next.js features like server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG), allowing you to fetch content at build time or on the server for optimal performance and SEO.

Where can I find documentation for integrating Hygraph with Next.js?

You can find comprehensive documentation and guides for integrating Hygraph with Next.js on the Hygraph website. This includes setup instructions, API references, and example projects. Read the documentation.

Features & Capabilities

What are the key features of Hygraph?

Hygraph offers a GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, scalability, enterprise-grade security, user-friendly tools, Smart Edge Cache, localization, asset management, and cost efficiency. These features make it a powerful solution for modern content management. See all features.

Does Hygraph provide a GraphQL API?

Yes, Hygraph provides multiple GraphQL APIs, including a regular Content API for read/write operations and a High Performance Content API for low latency, high throughput content delivery. Learn more.

What integrations does Hygraph support?

Hygraph supports integrations with Digital Asset Management systems (like Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, Scaleflex Filerobot), Adminix, Plasmic, and custom integrations via SDK or external APIs. Explore more in the Hygraph Marketplace and integration documentation.

Does Hygraph offer asset management capabilities?

Yes, Hygraph provides robust asset management, including unlimited asset storage, support for large file uploads, and integrations with leading DAM providers. Learn more.

What performance benefits does Hygraph provide?

Hygraph delivers high-performance endpoints for low latency and high read-throughput, actively measures API performance, and offers practical optimization advice. See the performance improvements blog and GraphQL Report 2024.

Does Hygraph support localization and multi-language content?

Yes, Hygraph supports localization and multi-language content management, making it ideal for global teams and enterprises with diverse audiences. Learn more.

What technical documentation is available for Hygraph?

Hygraph offers extensive technical documentation, including API references, schema components, webhooks, AI integrations, and developer guides. Access all resources at Hygraph Documentation.

How does Hygraph handle schema management?

Hygraph provides a flexible Management API and SDK to manage your content schema, allowing for easy schema evolution and integration with modern tech stacks. Learn more.

Does Hygraph support custom workflows and roles?

Yes, Hygraph supports custom workflows, granular permissions, and role-based access control, especially in the Enterprise plan. This enables advanced governance and collaboration. See plan details.

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 is designed for different team sizes and project needs. See pricing.

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, live preview, and commenting workflow. See full details.

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, remote source connection, 14-day version retention, and email support. See full details.

What is included in the Enterprise plan?

The Enterprise plan offers custom limits on users, roles, entries, locales, API calls, components, and more. It includes advanced features like scheduled publishing, dedicated infrastructure, global CDN, SSO, multitenancy, instant backup recovery, custom workflows, and dedicated support. See full details.

Is there a free trial for the Enterprise plan?

Yes, you can try the Enterprise plan for 30 days or request a demo to discuss your requirements. Start your trial.

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 high standards for security and data protection. Learn more.

How does Hygraph ensure data security and compliance?

Hygraph uses ISO 27001-certified providers, encrypts data at rest and in transit, offers granular permissions, audit logs, SSO, regular backups, and dedicated hosting options. Customers can report security incidents through a dedicated process. See details.

Does Hygraph offer dedicated hosting and regional compliance?

Yes, Hygraph offers shared or dedicated hosting in multiple regions, helping customers comply with local regulations and data residency requirements. Learn more.

Use Cases & Benefits

Who can benefit from using Hygraph with Next.js?

Developers, product managers, content creators, marketers, solutions architects, enterprises, agencies, eCommerce platforms, media companies, technology firms, and global brands can all benefit from Hygraph's flexibility and scalability. See case studies.

What industries use Hygraph?

Hygraph is used in SaaS, marketplace, education technology, media and publication, healthcare, consumer goods, automotive, technology, fintech, travel, food and beverage, eCommerce, agency, gaming, events, government, consumer electronics, engineering, and construction. See all industries.

What business impact can I expect from using Hygraph?

Customers report improved operational efficiency, faster speed-to-market, cost savings, enhanced scalability, and better customer engagement. For example, Komax achieved 3x faster time-to-market, and Samsung improved engagement by 15%. See business impact.

Can you share some customer success stories?

Yes, notable customers include Samsung, Dr. Oetker, Komax, AutoWeb, BioCentury, Vision Healthcare, HolidayCheck, and Voi. These companies have achieved results like faster launches, increased engagement, and reduced costs. Read case studies.

What pain points does Hygraph solve for Next.js projects?

Hygraph addresses developer dependency, legacy tech stack modernization, content inconsistency, workflow challenges, high operational costs, slow speed-to-market, scalability issues, schema evolution complexity, integration difficulties, performance bottlenecks, and localization challenges. See examples.

How does Hygraph help teams work more efficiently?

Hygraph's intuitive UI enables non-technical users to manage content independently, reducing bottlenecks and developer dependency. Real-time changes and custom app integrations further streamline workflows. See user feedback.

How long does it take to implement Hygraph?

Implementation time varies by project, but case studies show launches in as little as 2 months (e.g., Top Villas). Hygraph offers a structured onboarding process, free API playground, and extensive training resources for a smooth start. See implementation example.

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

Customers praise Hygraph's intuitive UI, ease of setup, and ability for non-technical users to manage content independently. Some users note it can be complex for less technical users, but overall feedback is highly positive. Read testimonials.

Competition & Differentiation

How does Hygraph compare to other headless CMS platforms?

Hygraph differentiates itself as the first GraphQL-native Headless CMS, offering content federation, user-friendly tools, enterprise-grade features, and proven ROI. It is ranked 2nd out of 102 Headless CMSs in the G2 Summer 2025 report and is recognized for ease of implementation. See G2 ranking.

What makes Hygraph unique in solving common CMS pain points?

Hygraph's GraphQL-native architecture, content federation, Smart Edge Cache, and user-friendly interface address operational, financial, and technical pain points more effectively than traditional CMS platforms. See differentiation.

Why choose Hygraph over alternatives like Contentful or Sanity?

Hygraph stands out with its GraphQL-native approach, content federation, advanced integration capabilities, and focus on enterprise-grade security and scalability. It is best suited for teams seeking flexibility, speed, and modern workflows. Compare headless CMSs.

What recognition has Hygraph received in the market?

Hygraph ranked 2nd out of 102 Headless CMSs in the G2 Summer 2025 report and has been voted the easiest to implement headless CMS four times. See G2 report.

Technical Requirements & Support

What APIs does Hygraph provide?

Hygraph provides Content API, High Performance Content API, MCP Server API, Asset Upload API, and Management API, supporting both REST and GraphQL protocols. See API reference.

Does Hygraph support AI integrations?

Yes, Hygraph offers AI integrations such as AI Agents, AI Assist, and MCP Server, with detailed documentation for setup and usage. See AI documentation.

What support resources are available for Hygraph users?

Hygraph provides extensive documentation, webinars, live streams, how-to videos, a community Slack channel, and dedicated support for Enterprise customers. Get support.

How can I report a security or compliance issue to Hygraph?

Hygraph provides a process for reporting security, confidentiality, integrity, and availability failures, incidents, or concerns. Details are available on the Secure features page.

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Headless CMS for Next.js

Hygraph is the ideal Headless CMS for Next.js websites and applications. Read further to learn how our API-first CMS allows you to add components to your Next.js apps in minutes and enable your website's content to be managed from a powerful CMS.

Step #1 - Fetching data from the headless CMS in Next.js

First, you need to set up a GraphQL client using Apollo in a Next.js environment. The Apollo Client is configured with the URI of the GraphQL endpoint. A GraphQL query named GET_PRODUCTS is defined to request specific fields (name, description, image, availability, slug) for products.

The function getProducts uses the Apollo Client to execute this query and fetch the data, which it then returns. This setup allows for querying the GraphQL API and retrieving structured product data.

import { ApolloClient, InMemoryCache, gql } from '@apollo/client';
// Initialize Apollo Client
const client = new ApolloClient({
uri: 'https://api-<region>.hygraph.com/v2/<some hash>/master',
cache: new InMemoryCache(),
});
// GraphQL query
const GET_PRODUCTS = gql`
query GetProducts {
products {
name
description
image
availability
slug
}
}
`;
// Function to fetch data
export async function getProducts() {
const { data } = await client.query({
query: GET_PRODUCTS,
});
return data.products;
}

Step #2 - Using fetched data in a Next.js page or component

Now, you can use the fetched data in a Next.js page or component. It starts with a React functional component named ProductsPage. Inside this component, a state variable products is declared to store the fetched product data. The useEffect hook is utilized to call the getProducts function (from the first block) on component mount. Once the data is fetched, it is stored in the products state variable.

This state is then used to render a list of products, displaying their names, descriptions, and other details. This approach showcases how to integrate asynchronous data fetching into the React component lifecycle in a Next.js application.

import { useEffect, useState } from 'react';
import { getProducts } from './api/graphql';
function ProductsPage() {
const [products, setProducts] = useState([]);
useEffect(() => {
async function loadData() {
const fetchedProducts = await getProducts();
setProducts(fetchedProducts);
}
loadData();
}, []);
return (
<div>
<h1>Products</h1>
<ul>
{products.map((product) => (
<li key={product.slug}>
<h2>{product.name}</h2>
<p>{product.description}</p>
{/* Display product image and other details */}
</li>
))}
</ul>
</div>
);
}
export default ProductsPage;

Start building with Next.js

We made it really easy to set up your project in Hygraph and use our GraphQL API within your Next.js project.

Quickstart

Check out our docs to see how you can quickly set up your Hygraph project and enable the content API for your Next.js website or app.

Learn GraphQL

Hygraph is GraphQL-native Headless CMS offers precise data retrieval, minimizing over-fetching and optimizing efficiency.

Examples

Look at some of the example projects to see Hygraph in action.

Why Hygraph

Choosing Hygraph for your Next.js project

Take the power of Next.js and combine it with a headless CMS for your Progressive Web Application, eCommerce store or Desktop app project.

Next.js boasts incredible server side rendering, static exporting, CSS-in-JS and comes with all the boilerplate configured for an out of box ready experience. Paired a Headless CMS with Nextjs, teams will reap the benefits of a highly performant site that gives more independence to to the marketing team without compromising developer experience.

nextjs cms

Developer Experience

We try to be the most un-opinionated CMS on the market with a wide collection of open source example projects to get you started.

Headless CMS

As a headless CMS (i.e. API based content management), you can be as modular and flexible as you need. We even support multiplatform content management.

Management API

Hygraph boasts a flexible and powerful management API to manage your content and schema, as well as a blazing fast content API.

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