Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is MicroBuilder?

MicroBuilder is an AI-powered platform that generates production-ready applications from natural language descriptions. Simply describe what you want to build, and our deterministic engine creates a complete, functional app with database, authentication, integrations, and professional UI.

How is MicroBuilder different from other low-code platforms?

Key Differences:

AI-Powered: Natural language input, not drag-and-drop
Deterministic: Predictable, reliable builds (temperature=0 for backend)
Production-Ready: Real databases, auth, APIs - not prototypes
Full Code Access: Export and customize everything
22+ Integrations: Built-in support for popular services
No Vendor Lock-in: Standard Next.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL

Can I export my code?

Yes! All paid plans include full code export. You get:

Complete source code (frontend + backend)
Database schema and migrations
All configuration files
Deployment instructions

You own your code and can host it anywhere.

What technologies does MicroBuilder use?

Frontend:

Next.js 15 (App Router)
React + TypeScript
Tailwind CSS

Backend:

Node.js + Express
PostgreSQL (Supabase)
Drizzle ORM

Auth:

Supabase Auth
Google + GitHub OAuth

Infrastructure:

Vercel (hosting)
CDN (edge network)
Supabase (database + auth + storage)

Building Apps

How long does it take to build an app?

Average Build Times:

Simple apps: 2-3 minutes
Medium complexity: 3-5 minutes
Complex apps: 5-10 minutes

Factors:

Number of integrations
Database complexity
Custom features
UI customization

What types of apps can I build?

Business Applications:

CRM systems
Project management
Inventory tracking
Customer portals

SaaS Products:

Analytics dashboards
API platforms
Automation tools
Marketplaces

E-commerce:

Online stores
Subscription platforms
Booking systems

Internal Tools:

Admin panels
Data visualization
Employee directories

Can I modify my app after it's built?

Yes! Use our live chat-driven editing:

Request feature changes
Modify UI/UX
Add/remove integrations
Update branding
Change database schema

What if the AI doesn't understand my request?

If the initial build doesn't match your vision:

Use chat to clarify requirements
Request specific changes
Provide examples or mockups
Contact support for complex needs

We continuously improve our AI based on feedback.

Integrations

How many integrations are available?

We support 22+ integrations including:

AI: OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral
Payments: Stripe
Communication: Twilio, Slack, Resend
Storage: Supabase, AWS S3
APIs: GitHub, Notion, Google Sheets
Voice: ElevenLabs TTS

View All Integrations →

How do I connect integrations?

Two Methods:

1. During Build:

Specify integrations in your description
AI auto-configures them

2. After Build:

Add via dashboard → Integrations
Provide API keys in Secrets Management
AI wires them into your app

Are integrations secure?

Yes! All integrations:

Use encrypted secret storage
Follow OAuth 2.0 best practices
Are cryptographically signed
Pass security audits
Run in sandboxed environments

Can I request new integrations?

Yes! Submit requests via:

Contact support
Community forum
GitHub discussions

Popular requests are prioritized.

Billing & Plans

How does billing work?

Subscription-Based:

Monthly or annual plans
Usage metering for API calls
Add-ons available
No hidden fees

Overage Charges:

Notified at 80% and 100% usage
Automatic billing for overages
Can set usage limits

View Pricing →

Can I change my plan?

Yes! Change anytime:

Upgrades: Immediate effect
Downgrades: Next billing cycle
Cancellation: Anytime, no penalty

What happens if I cancel?

Immediate Effects:

No new builds
Existing apps continue running for 7 days
Can export code anytime

After 7 Days:

Apps are unpublished
Data is retained for 30 days
Can reactivate to restore

Do you offer refunds?

Yes! 14-day money-back guarantee on all plans. No questions asked.

Security & Privacy

Is my data secure?

Yes! We implement:

Encryption at rest: Database encryption
Encryption in transit: TLS/HTTPS
Secret management: Encrypted environment variables
Access control: RBAC + OAuth
Monitoring: Real-time security alerts

Security Details →

Are you GDPR compliant?

Yes! We:

Allow data export
Support data deletion
Obtain consent
Disclose data usage
Provide privacy controls

Who owns the code I create?

You do! MicroBuilder generates code for you, but:

You own all generated code
You own all data
You can export anytime
No license fees after export

How are API keys stored?

API keys are:

Encrypted at rest (AES-256)
Encrypted in transit (TLS)
Never logged
Scoped by project
Rotatable anytime

Technical

What databases are supported?

Primary: PostgreSQL (Supabase)

Coming Soon:

MySQL
MongoDB
Redis (caching)

Can I use my own database?

Not currently. All apps use managed PostgreSQL for:

Automatic backups
Connection pooling
Monitoring
Optimization

Enterprise Plan: Custom database options available.

Can I customize the generated code?

Yes! Two ways:

1. Live Editing:

Request changes via chat
AI modifies code in real-time

2. Export & Customize:

Export full source code
Modify locally
Deploy anywhere

Does it support mobile apps?

Currently: Responsive web apps (mobile-friendly)

Coming Soon:

React Native export
Progressive Web Apps (PWA)
iOS/Android wrappers

Can I deploy to my own hosting?

Yes! Export code and deploy to:

Vercel
AWS
Google Cloud
Azure
Your own servers

Includes deployment instructions.

Support

How do I get help?

Support Channels:

Community: Forum + Discord
Email: support@microbuilder.dev
Priority: Included in Pro/Branded plans
Dedicated: Branded plan only

Response Times:

Free: Community support
Builder: 24-48 hours
Pro: 4-8 hours
Branded: 1 hour SLA

Where is the documentation?

Right here! Browse:

Can I schedule a demo?

Yes! Contact Sales to schedule:

Platform walkthrough
Custom use case discussion
Technical deep dive
Pricing consultation

Partially Open Source

What is "partially open source"?

Open:

Community integrations
Module specifications
Example code

Closed:

Core deterministic engine
Capability Matrix
AI routing logic

This ensures reliability while allowing community innovation.

Learn More →

Can I contribute integrations?

Yes! Submit to our public repo:

Fork microbuilder-integrations
Create your module
Submit pull request
Pass CI verification
Maintainer review & signing
Published to registry

Contributing Guide →

How are modules verified?

Every module undergoes:

Signature verification: RSA-SHA256
Integrity checking: SHA-256 hashes
Forbidden API detection: No dangerous code
Test verification: >80% coverage required

Only signed modules are used in builds.

Troubleshooting

My build failed. What should I do?

Common Fixes:

Check error message in build log
Verify integration API keys
Simplify your description
Contact support with build ID

My app isn't loading.

Troubleshooting Steps:

Check browser console for errors
Verify deployment status
Check custom domain DNS
Clear browser cache
Contact support

Integration isn't working.

Checklist:

API key is correct
API key has required permissions
Service is not rate-limited
Integration is enabled in dashboard

How do I report a bug?

Bug Reports:

Go to Support
Describe the issue
Include steps to reproduce
Attach screenshots/logs
Provide build ID

Still Have Questions?

Updated: January 2025

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