--- description: Capawesome offers enterprise-grade solutions and services designed for teams building cross-platform apps with Capacitor. title: Guides - Capawesome image: https://capawesome.io/docs/assets/images/social/blog/category/guides/page/6.png --- [ Skip to content](#guides) [ 🔐 Introducing the **Capacitor Vault** plugin — store secrets behind biometrics or a device passcode.](/blog/announcing-the-capacitor-vault-plugin/) * [ SDKs ](/docs/sdks/) * [ Formbricks ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/formbricks/) * [ Geocoder ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/geocoder/) * [ Google Sign-In ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/google-sign-in/) * [ Grafana Faro ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/grafana-faro/) * [ libSQL ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/libsql/) * [ Live Update ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/live-update/) * [ Managed Configurations ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/managed-configurations/) * [ Media Session ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/media-session/) * [ ML Kit ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/mlkit/) * [ Navigation Bar ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/navigation-bar/) * [ NFC ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/nfc/) * [ OAuth ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/oauth/) * [ Pedometer ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/pedometer/) * [ Photo Editor ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/photo-editor/) * [ PostHog ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/posthog/) * [ Printer ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/printer/) * [ Purchases ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/purchases/) * [ RealtimeKit ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/realtimekit/) * [ Screen Orientation ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/screen-orientation/) * [ Screenshot ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/screenshot/) * [ Secure Preferences ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/secure-preferences/) * [ Speech Recognition ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/speech-recognition/) * [ Speech Synthesis ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/speech-synthesis/) * [ Share Target ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/share-target/) * [ Square Mobile Payments ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/square-mobile-payments/) * [ SQLite ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/) * [ Superwall ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/superwall/) * [ Torch ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/torch/) * [ Vault ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/vault/) * [ Wifi ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/wifi/) * [ Zip ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/zip/) * [ Cordova ](/docs/sdks/cordova/) * [ Cloud ](/docs/cloud/) * [ Integrations ](/docs/cloud/live-updates/integrations/) * Concepts * Reference * [ Troubleshooting ](/docs/cloud/live-updates/troubleshooting/) * [ FAQ ](/docs/cloud/live-updates/faq/) * [ Native Builds ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/) * [ Set Up Environments ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/environments/) * [ Overwrite Native Configurations ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/native-configurations/) * [ Auto-Increment Build Numbers ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/auto-incrementing-build-numbers/) * [ Configure the Web Build Script ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/web-build-script/) * [ Build from a Monorepo ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/monorepo/) * [ Use pnpm or Yarn ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/package-managers/) * [ Install Private npm Packages ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/npm-private-registry/) * [ Override the Java Version ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/override-java-version/) * [ Custom iOS Provisioning Profiles ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/custom-ios-provisioning-profiles/) * [ Build without Git ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/build-without-git/) * [ Access Git Behind a Firewall ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/firewall-access/) * [ Integrations ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/integrations/) * Reference * [ Troubleshooting ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/troubleshooting/) * [ FAQ ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/faq/) * [ App Store Publishing ](/docs/cloud/app-store-publishing/) * [ Submit a Build ](/docs/cloud/app-store-publishing/submit-a-build/) * [ Submit Automatically After a Build ](/docs/cloud/app-store-publishing/submit-automatically/) * [ Troubleshooting ](/docs/cloud/app-store-publishing/troubleshooting/) * [ FAQ ](/docs/cloud/app-store-publishing/faq/) * [ Automations ](/docs/cloud/automations/) * [ Reference ](/docs/cloud/automations/reference/) * [ Troubleshooting ](/docs/cloud/automations/troubleshooting/) * [ FAQ ](/docs/cloud/automations/faq/) * [ Assist ](/docs/cloud/assist/) * [ CLI ](/docs/cloud/cli/) * APIs and SDKs * [ Webhooks ](/docs/cloud/webhooks/) * [ Integrations ](/docs/cloud/integrations/) * Account * [ Organization ](/docs/cloud/organizations/) * [ Two-Factor Enforcement ](/docs/cloud/organizations/two-factor-authentication/) * [ Audit Logs ](/docs/cloud/organizations/audit-logs/) * [ Billing ](/docs/cloud/organizations/billing/) * [ License Keys ](/docs/cloud/license-keys/) * [ AI ](/docs/ai/) * [ Insiders ](/docs/insiders/) * [ Billing & Plans ](/docs/insiders/billing-and-plans/) * [ FAQ ](/docs/insiders/faq/) * [ License ](https://capawesome.io/legal/eula/) * [ Support ](/docs/support/) * [ Contributing ](/docs/contributing/) * Contributing code * [ Code of Conduct ](/docs/contributing/code-of-conduct/) * [ Questions ](https://docs.github.com/en/discussions/collaborating-with-your-community-using-discussions/participating-in-a-discussion#creating-a-discussion) * [ Blog ](/blog/) * Categories * [ Insiders ](/blog/category/insiders/) * [ Ionic Framework ](/blog/category/ionic-framework/) * [ ML Kit ](/blog/category/ml-kit/) * [ Plugins ](/blog/category/plugins/) * [ Showcase ](/blog/category/showcase/) * [ Updates ](/blog/category/updates/) ## [Migrating from Ionic Appflow to Capawesome Cloud](/blog/migrating-from-ionic-appflow-to-capawesome-cloud/) With Ionic's announcement that it will discontinue its commercial products, including Appflow, by December 31, 2027, many teams are looking for an alternative. Capawesome Cloud is a **drop-in replacement** for Ionic Appflow, covering the same three areas you rely on today: live updates, native builds, and app store publishing. And like Appflow, it works with **Capacitor, Cordova, and native iOS and Android** apps. ## [Exploring the Capacitor Barometer API](/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-barometer-api/) Environmental sensors have become increasingly important in modern mobile applications, enabling developers to create context-aware experiences that respond to real-world conditions. With the [Capacitor Barometer plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/) from Capawesome, developers can integrate precise atmospheric pressure measurements into their Ionic and Capacitor applications, unlocking possibilities for weather monitoring, altitude tracking, and environmental data collection through a streamlined API that delivers accurate barometric readings across Android and iOS platforms. ## [Alternative to the Ionic Secure Storage Plugin](/blog/alternative-to-ionic-secure-storage-plugin/) Looking for a secure storage solution for your Capacitor app? With [Ionic discontinuing](https://ionic.io/blog/important-announcement-the-future-of-ionics-commercial-products) their commercial Secure Storage plugin, developers need reliable alternatives for encrypted data storage. The [Capawesome SQLite](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/) plugin and [Capawesome Secure Preferences](/docs/sdks/capacitor/secure-preferences/) plugin provide modern, secure solutions that address the functionality gap left by Ionic Secure Storage. ## [Encrypting SQLite databases in Capacitor](/blog/encrypting-capacitor-sqlite-database/) Data security is paramount in mobile apps especially when handling sensitive user information. This guide shows how to encrypt SQLite databases in **Capacitor** using the [Capacitor SQLite plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/) with 256-bit AES and secure key management via the [Capacitor Secure Preferences plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/secure-preferences/). For full **Capacitor SQLite plugin documentation**, see the [plugin docs](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/). ## [Exploring the Capacitor SQLite API](/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-sqlite-api/) Modern mobile applications often require robust local data storage solutions to manage user information, cache data, and enable offline functionality. With the [Capacitor SQLite plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/) from Capawesome, developers can integrate powerful SQLite database management capabilities into their Ionic and Capacitor applications, providing a unified API that simplifies cross-platform database operations while offering advanced features like encryption, migrations, and transaction support across Android, iOS, and Web platforms. This guide walks through the **Capacitor SQLite plugin** API with practical examples and best practices for Ionic and Capacitor apps. ## [Alternative to the Capacitor Community SQLite plugin](/blog/alternative-to-capacitor-community-sqlite-plugin/) Looking for a robust **Capacitor SQLite** solution for your Capacitor app? While the Capacitor Community SQLite plugin has been a popular choice for many developers, there's now a compelling alternative that addresses common pain points and provides enhanced features. The [Capawesome SQLite](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/) plugin offers a modern, enterprise-grade SQLite solution with improved security, performance, and developer experience. ## [Alternative to the Capacitor Community Contacts plugin](/blog/alternative-to-capacitor-community-contacts-plugin/) Need a robust contacts management solution for your Capacitor app? While the Capacitor Community Contacts plugin provides basic contact functionality for iOS and Android, developers seeking enhanced features, web support, and professional maintenance should consider the [Capawesome Contacts](/docs/sdks/capacitor/contacts/) plugin. This modern alternative offers comprehensive contact management with cross-platform compatibility and enterprise-grade reliability. ## [Exploring the Capacitor Contacts API](/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-contacts-api/) Modern mobile applications often require seamless access to device contacts for enhanced user experiences, from social features to communication tools. With the [Capacitor Contacts plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/contacts/) from Capawesome, developers can integrate comprehensive contact management capabilities into their Ionic and Capacitor applications, enabling users to create, read, update, and delete contacts across Android, iOS, and Web platforms through a unified API that simplifies the complexity of platform-specific contact implementations. ## [Exploring the Capacitor Speech Recognition API](/blog/exploring-the-capacitor-speech-recognition-api/) Voice interaction has become a cornerstone of modern mobile applications, transforming how users engage with their devices through natural speech commands and dictation. With the [Capacitor Speech Recognition plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/speech-recognition/) from Capawesome, developers can seamlessly integrate powerful voice recognition capabilities into their Ionic and Capacitor applications, enabling real-time speech-to-text conversion across Android, iOS, and Web platforms through a unified API that handles the complexities of platform-specific speech recognition implementations. ## [How to Enable or Disable Developer Options on Android](/blog/how-to-enable-android-developer-mode/) If you're developing or testing apps on Android—for example with Android Studio or [Capacitor](https://capacitorjs.com/)—you need **developer options** on your device. This guide shows you how to enable developer options on Android and how to turn them off when you don't need them, with steps for Google Pixel, Samsung, Huawei, and Xiaomi. Back to top