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title: Native Builds
description: Build native iOS and Android apps in the cloud with optimized build stacks, automatic signing, and CI/CD for Capacitor and Cordova projects.
canonical_url: https://capawesome.io/cloud/native-builds/
---

# Native Builds

Use [Capawesome Cloud](/){:target="_blank"} to build native iOS and Android apps in the cloud.
Get faster builds with optimized runner images, automatic signing and provisioning, and seamless integration with your Git provider.

## Features

- 🚀 **Optimized Build Stacks**: Pre-configured with the latest stable versions of Node.js, Java, and Xcode running on macOS 15 with M4 instances.
- 🔗 **Universal Git Integration**: Connect GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, or Azure DevOps—including self-hosted and enterprise instances.
- 🔐 **Signing & Provisioning**: Securely manage Android keystores and iOS certificates for all build types.
- ⚙️ **Advanced Configuration**: Simple `capawesome.config.json` with support for monorepos, custom build commands, and environment variables.
- 🔒 **Encrypted Secrets**: Store sensitive data like API keys and tokens securely, never exposed in logs.
- 📦 **Artifact Management**: All build outputs are stored securely and available for download.
- 🪵 **Detailed Job Logs**: Comprehensive, easy-to-read logs make debugging straightforward.
- 🏃 **Isolated Build Environments**: Every build runs in its own isolated environment for security and consistency.
- 📱 **All Build Types**: Support for iOS Simulator, Development, Ad Hoc, App Store, and Enterprise builds, plus Android Debug, Release, and custom build types.
- 📚 **Documentation**: Comprehensive documentation to help you get started.

## Getting Started

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    __Setup Native Builds__

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    Create your first native build with Capawesome Cloud Native Builds.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Getting Started](./setup.md)

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## Documentation

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    __App Configuration__

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    Learn how to configure your app builds using `capawesome.config.json`.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./configuration.md)

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    __Build Types__

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    Understand the different build types available for iOS and Android.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./build-types.md)

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    __Build Stacks__

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    Learn about the software versions and tools available in each build stack.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./build-stacks.md)

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    __Signing Certificates__

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    Configure signing certificates and provisioning profiles for your apps.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./certificates/index.md)

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    __Environments__

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    Use environment variables and secrets to customize your builds.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](environments.md)

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    __Native Configurations__

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    Set the app name and package name of your native project before it is built.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](native-configurations.md)

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    __Share a Build__

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    Give external testers a public link to view and install a build without an account.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./share-a-build.md)

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    __Troubleshooting__

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    Find solutions to common build issues and errors.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./troubleshooting.md)

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    __CI/CD Integrations__

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    Trigger native builds from GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and more.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./integrations/index.md)

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    __FAQ__

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    Find answers to frequently asked questions about Capawesome Cloud Native Builds.

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    [:octicons-arrow-right-24: Learn more](./faq.md)

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## Guides

Here are some guides to help you get started with Capawesome Cloud Native Builds:

- [Announcing Capawesome Cloud Native Builds](../../blog/posts/announcing-capawesome-cloud-native-builds.md)