General Questions
What is Astrio?
What is Astrio?
Astrio is an AI-powered no-code platform that allows you to build production-ready applications without writing code. Astrio helps you create everything from simple websites to complex business applications, while also modernizing outdated systems into scalable, future-ready solutions.
Who is Astrio for?
Who is Astrio for?
Astrio is perfect for:
- Entrepreneurs building MVPs and startups
- Small businesses creating internal tools
- Agencies delivering client projects faster
- Developers prototyping ideas quickly
- Enterprise teams building custom applications
How is Astrio different from other no-code platforms?
How is Astrio different from other no-code platforms?
Astrio stands out with:
- AI-powered assistance that helps you build faster
- True visual development with no hidden code complexity
- Professional-grade output suitable for production use
- AI-powered modernization to upgrade outdated websites and legacy codebases into scalable, future-ready applications
- Seamless integrations with popular services
- One-click deployment to global infrastructure
Do I need coding experience?
Do I need coding experience?
No! Astrio is designed for users with no coding background. Our visual interface and AI assistant guide you through the entire process. However, if you do have coding experience, you’ll find powerful features that let you customize beyond the visual builder.
Getting Started
How do I get started?
How do I get started?
Getting started is simple:
- Sign up for a free account at astrio.app
- Choose a starting point whether to build from scratch or modernize an existing application
- Use the visual builder and natural language prompt system to design your app
- Publish with one click when ready
Is there a free plan?
Is there a free plan?
Yes! Astrio offers a generous free tier that includes:
- 5 credits everyday
- Basic integrations
- Community support
- Astrio subdomain hosting
Can I import existing designs?
Can I import existing designs?
Absolutely! You can:
- Import from Figma using screenshots
- Upload images and recreate designs visually
- Copy and paste design elements from other tools
How long does it take to build an app?
How long does it take to build an app?
Build times vary by complexity. Much faster than traditional development!By breaking tasks into smaller steps, planning ahead, and refining based on feedback, you can move quickly while ensuring quality.
Features & Capabilities
What types of applications can I build?
What types of applications can I build?
You can build virtually any web application:
- Portfolio & Landing Websites: Personal portfolios, business landing pages, product launch sites
- Business tools: CRM, project management, inventory systems
- E-commerce: Online stores, marketplaces, subscription services
- Content platforms: Blogs, communities, learning management systems
- SaaS applications: Multi-tenant software, analytics dashboards
- Mobile apps: Progressive web apps that work on any device
Can I connect to databases?
Can I connect to databases?
Yes! Astrio supports connections to:
- PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB
- Supabase, Firebase, Airtable
- Google Sheets, Notion databases
- Custom APIs and GraphQL endpoints
Does Astrio support user authentication?
Does Astrio support user authentication?
Absolutely! Built-in authentication includes:
- Social logins: Google, GitHub
- Email/password authentication
- Magic links for passwordless login
- Custom SSO for enterprise customers
- Role-based permissions and user management
Can I accept payments in my app?
Can I accept payments in my app?
Yes! Integrated payment processing with:
- Stripe for credit cards and digital wallets
Is my app mobile-friendly?
Is my app mobile-friendly?
Every app built with Astrio is automatically responsive and mobile-optimized:
- Responsive layouts adapt to any screen size
- Touch-friendly interfaces for mobile interaction
- Progressive Web App features for app-like experience
- Mobile-first design principles built-in
AI & Automation
How does the AI assistant work?
How does the AI assistant work?
Our AI assistant helps throughout the building process:
- Describe features in plain English and watch them get built
- Get suggestions for improving your app’s design and functionality
- Auto-generate content like forms, tables, and workflows
- Optimize performance with intelligent recommendations
Can I use my own AI models?
Can I use my own AI models?
Yes! Astrio supports integration with:
- OpenAI GPT models for text generation and analysis
- Custom AI endpoints via API integration
- Machine learning services like AWS, Google Cloud AI
- Computer vision APIs for image processing
Deployment & Performance
How do I publish my app?
How do I publish my app?
Deployment is incredibly simple:
- Click the “Publish” button in your project
- Your app is automatically built and optimized
- It’s deployed to global CDN infrastructure
- You get a live URL in under 60 seconds
Can I use my own domain?
Can I use my own domain?
Yes! Custom domains are supported:
- Free subdomains: yourapp.astrio.app
- Custom domains: yourdomain.com (paid plans)
- SSL certificates included automatically
- Global CDN for fast loading worldwide
How does Astrio handle performance?
How does Astrio handle performance?
Built for performance from the ground up:
- Automatic optimization of images, code, and assets
- Global CDN deployment for fast loading everywhere
- Intelligent caching strategies
- Edge computing for dynamic content
- Performance monitoring and alerts
What about scalability?
What about scalability?
Your apps automatically scale to handle traffic:
- Auto-scaling infrastructure handles traffic spikes
- Database optimization for large datasets
- Caching layers for improved performance
- Load balancing across multiple servers
- Enterprise-grade infrastructure for mission-critical apps
Pricing & Plans
How much does Astrio cost?
How much does Astrio cost?
Flexible pricing for every need:
- Free: 1 deployed site, community support
- Pro ($25/month): 10 deployed sites, custom domains, codebase download
- Business ($100/month): 25 deployed sites, collaboration features, priority support
- Enterprise: Custom pricing for large organizations
Is there a free trial?
Is there a free trial?
The free plan is essentially a permanent trial! You can:
- Recieve 5 credits everyday
- Build and deploy up to 1 application
- Access most features and integrations
- Get community support
- Upgrade anytime for additional features
Can I change plans later?
Can I change plans later?
Yes! You can upgrade or downgrade at any time:
- Instant upgrades with immediate access to new features
- Prorated billing for mid-month changes
- Downgrade protection - existing projects continue working
- Cancel anytime with no long-term commitments
Support & Community
What support is available?
What support is available?
Multiple support channels:
- Documentation: Comprehensive guides and tutorials
- Community Discord: Get help from other builders
- Email support: Direct help from our team
- Priority support: Faster response times for paid plans
- Video calls: Screen sharing for complex issues (Enterprise)
Is there a community I can join?
Is there a community I can join?
Yes! Join our active community:
- Discord server: Real-time chat and help
- Community forum: Long-form discussions and showcases
- Twitter: Updates and tips
- YouTube: Tutorials and livestreams
- Regular meetups: Virtual and in-person events
Do you offer training or onboarding?
Do you offer training or onboarding?
Multiple learning resources:
- Interactive tutorials built into the platform
- Video course library for all skill levels
- Live webinars and Q&A sessions
- Personal onboarding for Enterprise customers
- Certification program for advanced users