A lightweight headless CMS for developers

Content is just data. APIs should be first-class.

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How it works

DB → Apito Engine → API → Client

Your database stays the source of truth. Apito reads your schema and exposes it as GraphQL and REST. Clients call the API; Apito translates and runs queries against your DB.

You connect your existing database. Apito does not own or migrate your data. It generates types, queries, and mutations from your schema so you get a working API without writing resolver or REST boilerplate.

API-first, not admin-first

We treat content as data and expose it via GraphQL and REST. No bloated admin panels — you get a lean API and optional UI when you need it.

  • Content is just data; query it like any API.
  • APIs are first-class; no CMS-first lock-in.
  • Extend with plugins and functions when you need custom behavior.

Compare with Strapi

Strapi is CMS-first: admin UI and content model dominate. Apito is API-first with content support — you build and query content through the same API layer you use for the rest of your app.

  • Strapi = CMS-first, opinionated admin.
  • Apito = API-first with content support.

Bring your own DB

MySQL → GraphQL API in 5 minutes

Connect MySQL, get a full GraphQL API with queries and mutations. No code.

MongoDB → REST API in minutes

Point Apito at MongoDB; REST endpoints and optional GraphQL are generated automatically.

Existing production DB → no migration

Use your current database as-is. Apito connects read-only or read-write; no schema takeover.

FAQ

How is Apito different from Strapi?
Apito is API-first: you get GraphQL and REST for content (and the rest of your app) from day one. Strapi is CMS-first with a heavy admin. Apito stays lean and developer-focused.
Can I use Apito only for content?
Yes. You can use it as a headless CMS—content as data, queryable via API. You can also mix content with other data in the same API.
Do I need a separate admin UI?
No. Apito provides an optional console. You can manage content via API or the console, depending on your workflow.
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