--- 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, Yarn, or bun ](/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/) ## [Alternative to the Ionic Identity Vault Plugin](/blog/alternative-to-ionic-identity-vault-plugin/) Looking for a way to protect sensitive data and authenticate users in your Capacitor app? With [Ionic discontinuing](https://ionic.io/blog/important-announcement-the-future-of-ionics-commercial-products) their commercial Identity Vault plugin, developers need a reliable alternative for **biometric authentication** (Face ID, fingerprint) and secure session management. The [Capacitor Vault plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/vault/) from Capawesome is a near drop-in replacement — same active lock pattern, the same method names for the core operations, multi-vault support out of the box, and no enterprise subscription required. For background on the plugin, see our [announcement post](/blog/announcing-the-capacitor-vault-plugin/). ## [Support 16 KB page sizes in Android with Capacitor](/blog/support-16kb-page-sizes-with-capacitor/) Google Play is introducing a new compatibility requirement that affects Android developers using Capacitor. Starting November 1st, 2025, all new apps and app updates targeting Android 15+ must support 16 KB page sizes on 64-bit devices. This change aims to improve app performance but requires developers to ensure their apps and dependencies are compatible. ## [Migrating from Capgo to Capawesome Cloud](/blog/migrating-from-capgo-to-capawesome-cloud/) If you're currently using Capgo for live updates and considering a switch to a more reliable, feature-rich platform, Capawesome Cloud offers a seamless migration path. With superior uptime, faster response times, and more competitive pricing, Capawesome Cloud provides everything you need for robust Over-the-Air 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 [Capacitor SQLite](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/) plugin and [Capacitor 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. Back to top