User Manual

Comprehensive, subject-organized articles that provide in-depth explanations of tools and concepts, designed for learning Bubble from start to finish.

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Getting started with Bubble

Turn your ideas into web applications effortlessly with our no-code platform.

Creating & Managing AppsThis section covers how to create, manage and delete apps connected to your Bubble account

Building for...A native mobile app and a web app are not fundamentally different. They both offer the user a visual interface built on top of a foundation of workflows and a database._{8 articles}

Building your first appEmbark on the journey of creating your first app, turning your ideas into a functional digital tool._{10 articles}

The Bubble editorThis section covers how to navigate the Bubble editor._{27 articles}

Transitioning to BubbleThis collection explains how Bubble leverages traditional web technologies to enable visual app development, making it accessible for non-coders while maintaining compatibility and security._{4 articles}

Design

At the heart of Bubble's capabilities is the ability to effortlessly create designs with precision: from basic forms to professional websites and SaaS applications.

Introduction to DesignThis article highlights the importance of design and how Bubble enable intuitive, responsive, and user-friendly interfaces without coding.

TemplatesThis article explains how to use pre-made templates to quickly start projects, offering customizable applications across various categories.

The Component LibraryThis article explains how to use the Component Library to build and customize responsive page using pre-built UI components and workflows.

Importing from FigmaThis article explains how to import Figma designs into a Bubble app.

ElementsThis section covers elements – the building blocks that make up your application's user interface._{24 articles}

StylingThis collection covers the different styling properties that can be applied to elements, such as colors, borders, shadows and fonts._{5 articles}

Responsive designThis collection covers various CSS styling properties for customizing web elements, including colors, borders, shadows, and fonts._{3 articles}

Data

This collection covers the different ways you work with data in Bubble.

Introduction to Data

The databaseThis section covers different aspects of how the Bubble database works._{11 articles}

Database structure by app typeIn this section you can browse different guides on how to set up your database structure and Privacy Rules, based on what kind of app you are building._{18 articles}

Data HandlingThis section covers the management of various data types, files, and user configurations within the application._{8 articles}

User accountsThis section covers how you create and manage Users in your app._{12 articles}

Logic

This section covers Logic - the expressions and workflows that makes your app do the things you want it to do.

Introduction to Logic

The frontend and backendThis section describes the difference between workflows running on the frontend and backend

Dynamic expressionsThis article covers how to set up dynamic expressions in Bubble.

ConditionsThis article explains how to use conditions and conditional expressions in Bubble to control app behavior and enhance security.

WorkflowsThis section covers workflows - the engine in your app that makes stuff happen._{8 articles}

NavigationThis section covers how to navigate between sections and pages in your app._{4 articles}

Device resourcesNative mobile applications give access to on-device resources such as the camera/photo library and location services._{3 articles}

Workload

This section covers Workload - a single metric that streamlines server resource management, allowing users to scale apps efficiently without monitoring complex infrastructure.

Introduction to Workload

Understanding workloadBefore diving into tracking and optimizing your app’s workload, we recommend getting to know the fundamentals. This section provides an overview of how workload is calculated, what factors contribute to it, and how it influences your choice of pricing plans._{4 articles}

Tracking workloadIn this section, we’ll dive into tracking to look at how you can use historically aggregated data and real-time reporting to learn where your app can be optimized. We’ll also cover Bubble’s tools that let you receive timely alerts and stay on top of any changes in workload trends._{4 articles}

Optimizing workloadThis section discusses workload optimization, emphasizing the importance of maintaining app performance while managing server resource consumption._{7 articles}

Agency showcasesThis section features examples of how Bubble agencies are successfully helping their clients reduce workload consumption while maintaining or even improving overall performance. These examples highlight different ways you can also optimize your app for efficiency. Read on to learn how Minimum Studio, Neam, and Support Dept have helped their clients._{3 articles}

Security

In this section, we'll dive into the topic of ensuring your app's safety and protecting your users' data.

Introduction to security

Bubble's security featuresThis article provides a general overview of the different security features Bubble as a platform offers.

Planning app securityThis section explores how you can work to establish a policy around privacy and security for your app.

Client-side and server-sideThis section covers the difference between client-side and server-side operations in your app.

Bubble account securityThis article covers how to keep your Bubble account secure

App securityThis article covers security applied on an app level.

Page securityThis article covers security on pages, elements and workflows.

Security checklistThis article cover many of the typical points that need to be checked as your app goes through the first and continued deployments.

API SecurityThis section covers security related to incoming and outgoing API calls._{4 articles}

FluskFlusk is Bubble’s dedicated security reporting and monitoring tool, designed to help you identify potential vulnerabilities in your app. It streamlines the process of conducting security audits and monitoring, providing automated insights into how various settings and design choices impact your app’s security. With Flusk, you can better understand potential risks and take corrective actions to safeguard your app._{10 articles}

Previewing your app

Bubble makes it easy to preview your web app and mobile app while you build.

Previewing a web app

Previewing a mobile app

Publishing Your App

In this article, we’ll cover some key points to keep in mind as you prepare to welcome real users into your app.

Introduction to Publishing Your App

Web AppDeploying your app means transferring or updating the current version of your application from the Development to the Live environment.

Native Mobile AppHow to deploy your native mobile app_{5 articles}

Maintenance

In this section, you will learn about the different concepts and features that let you maintain your application as it scales. This includes backups, bulk operations, collaboration, etc.

CollaboratorsThis article covers collaboration, which is how you invite other Bubble users to edit your application and its data.

CommentingThis article covers how to leave comments in your Bubble app to help with future modification and collaboration.

API workflow schedulerThis article covers the scheduler, which lets you view, pause and delete upcoming scheduled workflows.

Version controlThis section covers the version control system._{4 articles}

Database maintenanceThis section covers copying, restoring and running bulk operations on the database._{5 articles}

PerformanceThe Bubble team is committed to enhancing the scalability and performance of their platform to support thousands of apps and ensure a smooth user experience. Performance and scalability of a Bubble app are significantly influenced by how the app is built. This section provides insights into app performance and offers practical tips for optimization._{3 articles}

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)This section covers how to work with SEO in Bubble._{3 articles}

Testing and debuggingA key part of developing your Bubble application is testing and debugging. Bubble has several useful tools that help you identify issues and debug them._{5 articles}

With AI, Bubble is transforming the way you design, build, and refine applications

Introduction to AIWith AI, Bubble is transforming the way you design, build, and refine applications.

Generate apps with AI

Generate apps with AI: About AI app generationBubble's AI app generator acts as a designer and developer, taking an idea and doing the hard work of getting your idea from 0 to 1.

AI page designerOur goal is to help Bubble users develop great-looking, efficient apps using conversational prompts.

Connect to AI AgentsThis section introduces how to connect your Bubble app to AI agents such as ChatGPT and Claude using the API Connector.

Integrations

This section covers different ways to integrate your application to other apps on the web.

SQL Database ConnectorThis section covers the SQL Database Connector plugin, which lets you connect with external SQL databases.

Bubble App ConnectorThis article covers the Bubble App Connector plugin, used to connect two Bubble applications to each other.

APIUnlock the power of APIs in your Bubble application._{25 articles}

PluginsIn this section, you will learn about plugins; what they can do and how you use them in your app. You'll also learn about some special plugins like the API Connector. Here are the sections in this guide._{2 articles}

WorkOSWorkOS equips your app with advanced SSO and other enterprise-level functionalities._{3 articles}

Infrastructure

In this section we will cover two key aspect of how Bubble works as a platform: security and hosting/scaling.

Sub-apps

Bubble release tiers

Hosting and scalingThis section explores how Bubble hosts your app_{4 articles}

ComplianceThis section covers how Bubble works with different compliance frameworks._{5 articles}

FAQ - Bubble Features

Get quick answers to common questions about Bubble's features. This section provides clear explanations and practical tips to help you understand and utilize Bubble's functionalities effectively. Perfect for troubleshooting and optimizing your app-building experience.

Are the file managers in Development and Live automatically in sync with one another?

Can I get a static IP?

How can I integrate a third-party service with my application?

Can I build an alternative frontend/backend for my Bubble application?

Can I accept payments in my Bubble application?

Can I build my application in a language other than English?

How can I enable iframes for my application?

Can I have users subscribe to my Bubble application?

How can I set up my Google API keys?

How can I change my app name or id?

Can I use my own Cloudflare account for my app?

Can I use SSO for end-users in my Bubble app?