Introduction

Welcome to the ContentQL documentation!

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What is ContentQL?

ContentQL is a platform that offers everything needed to build and scale a business, including domains, websites, databases, and open-source apps. It simplifies the process with no DevOps hassle, instant deployment, and a thriving developer marketplace.

Key Features

🚀 Everything You Need in One Platform

• Domain & Hosting: Secure, fast, and scalable hosting with domain management.
• Pre-Built & Custom Websites: Start with ready-made themes or build from scratch.
• Databases & Scaling: Fully managed databases with auto-scaling.
• Open-Source Applications: Deploy popular open-source tools in one click.
• Developer Marketplace: Hire or collaborate with top Payload CMS developers.
• SEO-Optimized & Production-Ready: Built for performance, discoverability, and scale.

Why ContentQL?

• No DevOps Hassle: We handle infrastructure so you can focus on building.
• Instant Deployment: One-click deploy, no complex setup.
• Flexible & Extensible: Works for startups, agencies, and enterprises.
• Built for Developers & Business Owners: A complete ecosystem for growth.

Want To Get Started?

How to Use These Docs

On the left side of the screen, you'll find the docs navbar. You can follow them step-by-step when building your application. However, you can read them in any order or skip to the pages that apply to your use case.

On the right side of the screen, you'll see a table of contents that makes it easier to navigate between sections of a page. If you need to quickly find a page, you can use the search bar at the top, or the search shortcut (Ctrl+K or Cmd+K).

Pre-Requisite Knowledge

Although our documentation is designed to be beginner-friendly, we need to establish a baseline to ensure the content stays focused on how to leverage ContentQL’s powerful features. We aim to highlight how easy it is to manage your CMS with ContentQL. Whenever a new concept is introduced, we’ll provide links to relevant documentation and resources to help you seamlessly integrate ContentQL into your workflow.

To get the most out of our documentation, it’s recommended that you have a basic understanding of PayloadCMS, Next.js, and either CSS or Tailwind for styling. If you need to brush up on your skills, explore our resources on PayloadCMS and Next.js. Then, see how easily you can manage and scale your CMS with ContentQL by building a fully customizable website. Learn more about ContentQL by building an application.

Join our Community

If you have questions about anything related to ContentQL, you're always welcome to ask our community on Discord Community