Frequently Asked Questions
Localization & Multilingual Capabilities
How does Hygraph support content localization for global sites?
Hygraph enables you to centrally manage translations for multiple global sites through a single CMS. Editors can add translations for any article or content piece, manage all versions in one place, and independently publish each version for each country's site. This streamlines localization workflows and reduces dependency between developers and editors. [Source]
Can developers implement localization for any channel using Hygraph?
Yes, developers can build localization functionalities for any channel—such as websites or apps—by querying all localizations via a single API. This allows for seamless integration and faster development of localized features without being bottlenecked by content management. [Source]
How many languages can Hygraph manage in a single CMS?
Hygraph can manage up to 50 languages in a single CMS instance, as demonstrated by the Discovery team, which serves localized content across 200 countries in 50 languages using Hygraph. [Discovery Case Study]
Can I integrate Hygraph with my preferred translation provider?
Yes, Hygraph offers integrations with leading translation providers such as EasyTranslate, Crowdin, Lokalise, and Smartling. You can use pre-built marketplace apps or build your own custom integration to connect with your translation workflow. [Marketplace]
How does Hygraph help teams quickly launch in new markets?
Hygraph allows editors to independently work on translations and publish content without developer involvement, while developers can use the API to build new apps or features faster. This parallel workflow accelerates time-to-market for new regions. [Source]
What are custom workflows and locale-based permissions in Hygraph?
Hygraph enables you to manage translations using your own workflows and create custom roles with locale-based permissions. This means you can control who can access and edit content for specific languages or regions, supporting complex localization governance. [Source]
How does Hygraph compare to traditional CMS platforms for localization?
Traditional CMS platforms often require custom plugins for localization, which can negatively impact performance, scalability, and security. Hygraph, as a headless CMS, allows centralized management of translations, independent publishing, and seamless API-based localization, reducing bottlenecks and improving efficiency. [Source]
Can I independently publish localized content for each market?
Yes, Hygraph allows you to independently publish each localized version of your content for each country's site, giving you granular control over your global content rollout. [Source]
What is the Discovery case study and how does it relate to localization?
The Discovery team uses Hygraph to serve localized content across 200 countries in 50 languages, ensuring productive and efficient internal operations. This showcases Hygraph's scalability and effectiveness for large-scale localization projects. [Discovery Case Study]
What translation provider integrations are available in the Hygraph Marketplace?
Hygraph Marketplace offers integrations with EasyTranslate, Crowdin, Lokalise, and Smartling, allowing you to connect your CMS with leading translation management systems for streamlined localization workflows. [Marketplace]
Features & Capabilities
What are the key features of Hygraph for localization?
Key features include centralized translation management, independent publishing for each locale, custom workflows and permissions, API-based localization, and integrations with translation providers. Hygraph also supports up to 50 languages in a single CMS and offers robust asset management and localization tools. [Source]
Does Hygraph support API-based localization?
Yes, Hygraph provides a single API endpoint for querying all localizations, enabling developers to build apps for any region or channel efficiently. [Localization API Documentation]
Can I create custom roles and permissions for localization workflows?
Yes, Hygraph allows you to create custom roles with locale-based permissions, so you can control access and editing rights for specific languages or regions. [Source]
What integrations does Hygraph offer for digital asset management?
Hygraph integrates with digital asset management solutions such as Aprimo, AWS S3, Bynder, Cloudinary, Imgix, Mux, and Scaleflex Filerobot, as well as other tools like Adminix and Plasmic. Custom integrations are also possible via SDK or APIs. [Integrations Documentation]
What APIs are available in Hygraph?
Hygraph provides multiple APIs, including the Content API (read & write), High Performance Content API (low latency, high throughput), MCP Server API (for AI assistants), Asset Upload API, and Management API. [API Reference]
Does Hygraph offer technical documentation for localization and integrations?
Yes, Hygraph provides extensive technical documentation covering APIs, schema components, references, webhooks, and AI integrations. For localization, see the Localization API documentation. For all docs, visit Hygraph Documentation.
How does Hygraph ensure high performance for global content delivery?
Hygraph features high-performance endpoints designed for low latency and high read-throughput content delivery. Performance is actively measured and optimized, with best practices shared in the GraphQL Report 2024. [Performance Blog]
What security and compliance certifications does Hygraph have?
Hygraph is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant (since August 3rd, 2022), ISO 27001 certified, and GDPR compliant. Data is encrypted at rest and in transit, and regular backups are performed. [Security Features]
Does Hygraph offer granular permissions and audit logs?
Yes, Hygraph provides granular permissions, audit logs, SSO integrations, and other enterprise-grade security features to ensure governance and compliance. [Security Features]
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. [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 size, live preview, and commenting/assignment workflow. [Pricing]
What features are included in the Growth plan?
The Growth plan starts at $199/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. [Pricing]
What features are included 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, security & governance controls, SSO, multitenancy, instant backup recovery, custom workflows, and dedicated support. [Pricing]
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 project needs. [Enterprise Trial]
Use Cases & Customer Success
Who can benefit from using Hygraph for localization?
Hygraph is ideal for enterprises, agencies, eCommerce platforms, media and publishing companies, technology firms, and global brands that require scalable, flexible, and efficient content localization. [Case Studies]
What industries use Hygraph for localization?
Industries represented in Hygraph's case studies 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. [Case Studies]
Can you share some customer success stories related to localization?
Yes, for example, Discovery uses Hygraph to serve content in 50 languages across 200 countries. Other customers like Samsung, Dr. Oetker, Komax, and Voi have also achieved significant improvements in localization, scalability, and operational efficiency. [Case Studies]
What business impact can I expect from using Hygraph for localization?
Customers report improved operational efficiency, accelerated speed-to-market, cost efficiency, enhanced scalability, and better customer engagement. For example, Komax achieved a 3X faster time-to-market, and Voi scaled multilingual content across 12 countries and 10 languages. [Case Studies]
How long does it take to implement Hygraph for localization projects?
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 implementation. Hygraph's onboarding process and resources support fast adoption. [Top Villas Case Study]
What feedback have customers given about Hygraph's ease of use for localization?
Customers praise Hygraph's intuitive UI, ease of setup, and ability for non-technical users to manage content independently. Real-time changes and custom app integrations further enhance usability. [Customer Feedback]
What pain points does Hygraph solve for localization teams?
Hygraph addresses operational inefficiencies (reducing developer dependency), 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. [Case Studies]
How does Hygraph differentiate itself from other CMS platforms for localization?
Hygraph is the first GraphQL-native Headless CMS, offering content federation, user-friendly tools, enterprise-grade features, and proven ROI. It ranked 2nd out of 102 Headless CMSs in the G2 Summer 2025 report and is recognized for ease of implementation and scalability. [G2 Report]
What technical resources are available to help me get started with localization in Hygraph?
Hygraph provides a free API playground, a free forever developer account, structured onboarding, training resources (webinars, videos), extensive documentation, and a community Slack channel for support. [Documentation]