--- description: Tutorials, guides, and updates for Capacitor development. Live Updates, plugins, Ionic, and cross-platform app development. title: The Capacitor Developer Blog - Page 11 - Capawesome image: https://capawesome.io/docs/assets/images/social/blog/page/11/index.png --- [Skip to content ](#blog) [🖥️ Introducing the **Capacitor Electron Platform** — build desktop apps for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Free & open source. ](/blog/announcing-the-capacitor-electron-platform/) * [ 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/) * [ Gyroscope ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/gyroscope/) * [ Haptics ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/haptics/) * [ Home Indicator ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/home-indicator/) * [ In-App Browser ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/in-app-browser/) * [ Install Referrer ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/install-referrer/) * [ Intercom ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/intercom/) * [ Intune ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/intune/) * [ Keep Awake ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/keep-awake/) * [ libSQL ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/libsql/) * [ Light Sensor ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/light-sensor/) * [ Live Update ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/live-update/) * [ Localization ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/localization/) * [ Mail Composer ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/mail-composer/) * [ Managed 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](/docs/sdks/capacitor/posthog/) * [ Printer ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/printer/) * [ Privacy Screen ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/privacy-screen/) * [ Proximity Sensor ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/proximity-sensor/) * [ Purchases ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/purchases/) * [ RealtimeKit ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/realtimekit/) * [ Root Detection ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/root-detection/) * [ Screen Brightness ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/screen-brightness/) * [ Screen Orientation ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/screen-orientation/) * [ Screen Reader ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/screen-reader/) * [ Screenshot ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/screenshot/) * [ Secure Preferences ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/secure-preferences/) * [ Settings Launcher ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/settings-launcher/) * [ Shake ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/shake/) * [ Silent Mode ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/silent-mode/) * [ SIM ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sim/) * [ SMS Composer ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sms-composer/) * [ 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/) * [ System WebView ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/system-webview/) * [ Tauri ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/tauri/) * [ Text Interaction ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/text-interaction/) * [ Text Zoom ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/text-zoom/) * [ Thermal State ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/thermal-state/) * [ Toast ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/toast/) * [ Torch ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/torch/) * [ Vault ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/vault/) * [ Volume ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/volume/) * [ Wallet ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/wallet/) * [ Wifi ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/wifi/) * [ YouTube Player ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/youtube-player/) * [ 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 ## [Migrate from Ionic Appflow to Capawesome Cloud](/blog/migrating-from-ionic-appflow-to-capawesome-cloud/) Ionic Appflow reaches end of life on December 31, 2027, and Ionic already stopped selling it to new customers in February 2025\. If you rely on Appflow, the shutdown means finding a new home for your live updates, native builds, and app store publishing before the deadline — and many teams are already looking for an [alternative](https://capawesome.io/alternatives/ionic-appflow/). Capawesome Cloud is a **drop-in replacement** for Ionic Appflow, covering the same three areas. And like Appflow, it works with **Capacitor, Cordova, and native iOS and Android** apps. This guide walks through migrating each area step by step. ## [Capawesome Cloud Achieves SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance](/blog/capawesome-cloud-soc-2-type-2-compliance/) We are thrilled to announce that [Capawesome Cloud](/) has successfully achieved SOC 2 Type 2 compliance! This significant milestone demonstrates our unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest security standards and protecting our customers' data. ## [Showcase: Appreciation Jar - Send appreciative messages to your partner](/blog/showcase-appreciation-jar/) In today's fast-paced digital world, meaningful connection between partners can sometimes get lost in the noise. Appreciation Jar, developed by Stanislav Khromov, offers a refreshing solution: a privacy-first gratitude journaling app based on Capacitor designed specifically for couples to share appreciations and positive thoughts in a secure, intimate space. ## [Capawesome July 2025 Update](/blog/2025-july-update/) The Capawesome July update is here! This update includes new features and improvements for [Capawesome Cloud](/docs/cloud/) and our [Plugins](/docs/sdks/capacitor/). Let's take a look at the most important changes. ## [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. ## [Showcase: LEAGUES - The immersive football viewing app](/blog/showcase-leagues/) LEAGUES is revolutionizing how football fans experience the beautiful game through their innovative mobile app. Built with Capacitor, this app brings the stadium atmosphere directly to your pocket with immersive storytelling and live streaming capabilities. ## [Capacitor Barometer Plugin: Air Pressure Sensor](/blog/announcing-the-capacitor-barometer-plugin/) We're pleased to introduce the [Capacitor Barometer plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/), bringing atmospheric pressure sensing capabilities to your Capacitor applications. This plugin enables precise barometric measurements in hectopascals (hPa) with support for real-time updates and sensor availability detection across Android and iOS platforms. The plugin is now available for all Capawesome [Insiders](/docs/insiders/). ## [Alternative to the Ionic Secure Storage Plugin](/blog/alternative-to-ionic-secure-storage-plugin/) Looking for an Ionic Secure Storage alternative for your Capacitor app? Ionic [announced the discontinuation of its commercial products](https://ionic.io/blog/important-announcement-the-future-of-ionics-commercial-products) on February 11, 2025, and Secure Storage reaches its end of life on December 31, 2027\. Depending on your use case, the [Capacitor Secure Preferences plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/secure-preferences/) (key-value data), the [Capacitor SQLite plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/sqlite/) (encrypted SQL databases via SQLCipher), and the [Capacitor Vault plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/vault/) (biometric-protected secrets) provide modern, actively maintained replacements that close the 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. Back to top