Glide

Glide is a revolutionary no-code application development platform designed to transform how businesses create custom software. It enables anyone, regardless of their technical expertise, to build powerful, data-driven, and AI-enhanced applications for web and mobile. By connecting to existing data sources like Google Sheets, Airtable, Excel, or SQL databases, Glide allows you to create beautiful, functional apps in minutes, not months. The platform is built to accelerate every part of your business, from internal tools to customer-facing portals, streamlining workflows and boosting productivity.

With the integration of Glide AI, users can now build even smarter applications. This includes features like AI-powered data entry, text and image generation, and automated workflows that can process invoices, screen resumes, or manage contracts. Glide's mission is to put the power of software development into the hands of a billion new creators, making it accessible, fast, and enjoyable.

How to use Glide

Getting started with Glide is an intuitive and straightforward process designed for speed and efficiency:

1. Connect Your Data: Begin by linking your data source. You can use Glide's powerful built-in data sources (Glide Tables, Big Tables) for optimal performance or connect to external sources you already use, such as Google Sheets, Airtable, Excel, or SQL databases.
2. Design Your App: Use the drag-and-drop interface to design your app's layout. Choose from over 90+ pre-built components to visualize your data, including lists, charts, forms, maps, and more. Customize the branding with your own colors and logos to match your company's identity.
3. Configure Actions and Workflows: Bring your app to life by setting up actions and automated workflows. Define what happens when a user clicks a button, submits a form, or when data changes. Use Glide AI to create complex, automated processes with ease.
4. Manage Users and Permissions: Invite your team, customers, or partners to use the app. Set up role-based permissions and user-specific data visibility to ensure that users only see the information that is relevant to them.
5. Publish and Share: Once your app is ready, publish it with a single click. Share it via a link or QR code. Your app is instantly available on any device with a web browser, with no app store approvals needed.

Core Features of Glide

• No-Code App Builder: An intuitive visual interface that allows you to build apps without writing code.
• Glide AI: Integrate artificial intelligence into your apps for tasks like data extraction, text generation, and automated decision-making. Build AI Agents for specific functions like invoice processing or resume screening.
• Flexible Data Sources: Connect to Google Sheets, Excel, Airtable, and SQL databases, or use Glide's high-performance native data sources, Glide Tables and Big Tables.
• Rich Component Library: A vast selection of over 90+ customizable components to build rich user interfaces.
• Powerful Workflows: Automate business processes by creating triggers and actions that respond to user interactions or data changes.
• Custom Branding and Domains: Personalize your apps with your own branding, logos, and custom domains for a professional look and feel.
• User Management & Security: Robust user authentication, role-based access control, and enterprise-grade security features (SOC II Type 2, GDPR, CCPA compliant).
• API Integration: Use the Glide API to connect your apps with other services and systems.

Use Cases for Glide

Glide is versatile enough to support a wide range of business needs across various departments:

• Customer Portals: Create a central hub for customers to access information, track orders, or manage their accounts.
• Internal Dashboards: Build real-time dashboards to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) and keep stakeholders informed.
• Custom CRM: Design a lightweight, custom CRM tailored to your sales process to track leads, manage pipelines, and close deals.
• Inventory Management: Develop a system to track stock levels, manage SKUs, and automate reordering.
• Field Sales & Operations: Equip your mobile workforce with apps to manage meetings, log activities, conduct inspections, and submit work orders from the field.
• Project Management: Create tools to track project progress, assign tasks, and facilitate team collaboration.

Advantages of Glide

Glide offers significant advantages over traditional software development and off-the-shelf solutions. It's incredibly fast, allowing you to go from idea to a functional app in a fraction of the time. The no-code approach democratizes software development, empowering business users to solve their own problems without relying on IT departments. This leads to highly customized solutions that perfectly fit your unique workflows, unlike rigid, one-size-fits-all software. Furthermore, the integration of AI capabilities provides a competitive edge by automating complex tasks and unlocking new efficiencies.

Pricing and Plans

Glide offers a flexible pricing structure to accommodate individuals, teams, and large businesses.

• Free Plan: Ideal for learning and personal projects. Includes 1 app, 10 personal users, and up to 25,000 data rows.
• Explorer Plan: Starting at $19/month (billed yearly). Includes 1 app, 100 personal users, 250 updates, and access to core features like Workflows and Glide AI.
• Maker Plan: Starting at $49/month (billed yearly). Includes 3 apps, unlimited personal users, 500 updates, and features like custom branding and domains.
• Business & Enterprise Plans: Custom pricing for larger organizations. These plans offer user-based pricing, advanced features like SSO, SQL data sources, higher usage limits, and dedicated support.

A 30-day free trial of the Business plan is also available to explore advanced features.