An open source backend for your APIs

Audit the code, self-host, extend with plugins. GraphQL and REST on any database — no vendor lock-in.

Create your first API →View example API

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.

Why open source?

Open source means you can verify how your API layer works, self-host without depending on a single vendor, and extend the engine when you need to. Apito is built for teams that want control and transparency.

  • Full auditability: no black box in your stack.
  • Self-host and own your deployment.
  • Plugin system and community extensions.

Use cases

  • Teams that require open source for compliance or policy.
  • Developers who want to customize or extend the API layer.
  • Unified GraphQL/REST backend without proprietary lock-in.

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

Is Apito really open source?
Yes. Apito’s engine is open source. You can audit the code, self-host, and extend it. No hidden lock-in.
What license does Apito use?
Check the Apito repository for the current license. The project is designed for transparency and community use.
Can I contribute or extend Apito?
Yes. Open source means you can fork, contribute, and build plugins or extensions. The API layer stays under your control.
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