---
description: Build and sign iOS and Android apps without a Mac. Automated code signing, fast cloud builds, and release-ready artifacts for Capacitor, Ionic, and Cordova.
title: Native Builds: Cloud CI/CD for Mobile Apps - Capawesome
image: https://ogkit.dev/img/ob3tqEF0.jpeg?url=https://capawesome.io&amp;v=3
---

 Heads up 

**Xcode 26** required for iOS submissions **Apple now requires Xcode 26** for App Store submissions. Native Builds is ready with macOS Tahoe and Xcode 26.4\. [ Read more →](https://capawesome.io/blog/xcode-26-requirement-for-capacitor-apps/)

 Native Builds 

#  Build iOS and Android apps in the cloud. No Mac. 

 Ship signed iOS and Android binaries on Apple Silicon M4 Pro. 2–5 minute builds, managed signing, Git integration — from any OS. 

[ Get started ](https://console.cloud.capawesome.io)[ See pricing ](/pricing/)

🔨**51,950 native builds** completed last month 

##  Cross-platform or native — built in the cloud. 

[![](/assets/icons/capacitor.svg) Capacitor ](/technologies/capacitor/)[![](/assets/icons/ionic.svg) Ionic ](/technologies/ionic/)[![](/assets/icons/cordova.svg) Cordova ](/technologies/cordova/)[ iOS ](/technologies/ios/)[ Android ](/technologies/android/)

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 More than 1,000 teams build with Capawesome 

## How it works

 From zero to first build in under five minutes 

 Create an app, connect your repo, and trigger a debug build — no signing certificates required to get started. 

1\. Create a new app

 Create an app in the Capawesome Cloud Console. Pick your platforms, name your project, and you're ready to go in under a minute. 

[ Open the console ](https://console.cloud.capawesome.io)

2\. Connect your repo

 Optionally link any Git provider — GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, or Azure DevOps. No Git? Push source straight from the CLI instead. 

[ Read the setup guide ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/setup/)

3\. Trigger your first build

 Trigger a debug build — no signing required. Stream logs live, then add signing identities to promote to a release build. 

[ Read the quick start ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/setup/)

## Every feature, included

 Everything you need to ship native binaries 

 Apple Silicon, managed signing, isolated environments, and every iOS and Android build type — available on every plan from day one. 

### Apple Silicon M4 Pro

 Every build — iOS and Android — runs on Apple Silicon M4 Pro for maximum speed and consistent behavior across platforms. 

### Isolated Environments

 Every build runs in a fresh, sandboxed environment. No cross-build contamination, no stale caches, no leaked secrets. 

### Managed Code Signing

 Upload your signing identities once. Capawesome signs and provisions every build automatically — every platform, every build type. 

### Encrypted Secrets

 Sensitive credentials are encrypted at rest and injected securely at build time — never written to logs, never leaked in artifacts. 

### Optional Git Integration

 Connect GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, or Azure DevOps — or skip Git entirely and trigger builds straight from the CLI. 

### Simulator to Store

 iOS Simulator, Development, Ad Hoc, App Store, Enterprise — plus Android Debug, Release, and custom variants like staging or QA. 

### OTA Distribution

 Share a QR code or install link to put a signed build on testers’ devices — no TestFlight review, no Play Console upload. 

### Custom Build Stacks

 Pick a managed stack or request a custom image with the exact Xcode, Node, Java, and toolchain versions your project needs. 

### Custom Scripts

 Hook into every stage of the build — before install, before build, after build — and fit builds into your existing release workflow. 

### AI Build Diagnostics

 Click Ask AI on a failed build to get the root cause, an explanation, and a suggested fix in seconds. Opt-in per click, zero data retention. Part of Assist — free on every plan. 

### Artifact Storage

 Every build artifact is stored and versioned. Download any past build — days, weeks, or months later — straight from the console. 

### Role-Based Access

 Scope build, signing, and destination access per team member. Backed by audit logs and optional two-factor authentication. 

## Speed

 Build times measured in minutes — not hours 

 Apple Silicon M4 Pro for iOS and Android. Parallel builds, dedicated runners, and tight boot times — your pipeline finishes before a Slack thread does. 

**Apple Silicon M4 Pro** — for every platform, iOS _and_ Android

**Builds in 2–5 minutes**, typical — 3–5× faster than legacy CI

**Parallel iOS and Android** on dedicated runners — no sequential queues

**Fresh runner in under 30 seconds** — not multi-minute cold starts

[ Read the speed benchmarks ](/blog/announcing-capawesome-cloud-native-builds/)

 4:28  BUILD COMPLETE  iOS  2m 58s  Android  3m 12s  POWERED BY  Apple M4 Pro · parallel 

## Security

 Your code and credentials — isolated, encrypted, never retained. 

 Zero-retention builds, end-to-end encryption, and a full audit trail — security by default, on every job. 

**Isolated environments** — every job runs in a fresh VM, destroyed when the build finishes

**No source retention** — repos are cloned per build and wiped when the VM is destroyed

**Encrypted end-to-end** — certificates, keys, and secrets encrypted at rest and in transit, never in logs

**Access control & audit logs** — role-based access, 2FA, and a timestamped trail of every action

[ View our security posture ](/trust/)

 Trust posture  Security by default · enforced on every build  COMPLIANCE  S2  SOC 2 Type II ISO  ISO 27001 Aligned EU  GDPR Compliant GUARANTEES  0  source retention  Repo wiped per build  AES-256  encryption  At rest · TLS in transit  2FA  \+ RBAC  Role-based access 

## Git Integration

 Git when you want it. CLI when you don't. 

 Most cloud build services require you to hand over repository access. Capawesome Cloud doesn’t. Trigger builds from Git, the CLI, or the console — whichever fits your workflow. 

**Every major Git provider** — GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps — cloud, self-hosted, enterprise

**CLI-only when you need it** — no repo access, no third-party integrations, still cloud builds and signing

**Branch-based builds** — any branch, tag, or commit on demand for release trains and QA previews

**Monorepo friendly** — point builds at any subfolder, share signing across every app

[ Read the setup guide ](/docs/cloud/native-builds/setup/)

 main  Build #1242  iOS + Android a3f9c21e1b04ff7c2d09a v1.4.2  Or build any commit from your terminal:  $  npx @capawesome/cli apps:builds:create --git-ref v1.4.2 

## OTA Distribution

 Put a build on a tester's device in 30 seconds 

 Skip TestFlight review, skip the Play Console upload. Share a QR code or install link and testers install a signed build directly — on iOS and Android. 

**One link, any platform** — QR code and install URL for iOS (Ad Hoc/Enterprise) and Android

**Instant for QA and stakeholders** — no 15–30 minute TestFlight processing, no Apple ID gymnastics

**Device-managed distribution** — Ad Hoc installs only on registered devices, up to 100 per type

**Viewer role for testers** — read-only access to install artifacts, never to signing keys

[ Explore beta testing workflows ](/solutions/beta-testing/)

 SCANNING… 

## Android

 Build Android apps your way 

 Build powerful Android apps with advanced configuration options 

### Build Variants

 Support for debug, release, and custom build variants with different configurations and optimizations. 

### Build Flavors

 Create multiple app versions from a single codebase with distinct features and branding. 

### ProGuard Support

 Built-in code shrinking and obfuscation to protect your app and reduce APK size while improving security. 

## iOS

 Streamline your iOS development 

 Build powerful iOS apps with advanced configuration options 

### Build Schemes

 Support for multiple build schemes to organize and manage different build targets and environments. 

### Build Configurations

 Flexible build configurations for debug, release, and custom setups with specific compiler settings. 

### Bitcode Support

 Built-in bitcode generation for optimized app performance and future iOS platform compatibility. 

## CLI

 Start building with a single command 

 Build your apps from the command line with our powerful CLI 

Terminal

$ npx @capawesome/cli apps:builds:create --platform ios

\[INFO\] Provisioning M4 Pro runner…

\[SUCCESS\] Runner ready in 14s

\[INFO\] Building iOS app (Release)

\[INFO\] Signing with Distribution.p12

\[SUCCESS\] Build completed in 2m 47s

\[INFO\] Artifact: acme-app.ipa (42.1 MB)

\[SUCCESS\] Install link ready — share with testers

## Build Stats

 Built to perform 

 Native Builds performance and reliability metrics 

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## Comparison

 Built for teams that ship daily 

 See how Capawesome Cloud stacks up against the typical mobile cloud build service. 

* iOS build hardware  Apple Silicon M4 Pro
* Android build hardware  Apple Silicon M4 Pro — same as iOS
* Git integration  Optional — build without a repo connection
* iOS OTA distribution  QR code / install link, no TestFlight
* Build configuration  Simple UI, versioned alongside your code
* Signing identities  Centralized, multiple certs per app
* Custom scripts  Hooks at every stage of the build
* New Xcode availability  Within days of Apple’s release
* Pricing model  Fixed, transparent plans

* iOS build hardware  M1 or Intel
* Android build hardware  Intel or ARM Linux
* Git integration  Required
* iOS OTA distribution  TestFlight required
* Build configuration  Complex YAML pipelines
* Signing identities  Manual, single cert per app
* Custom scripts  Limited or no support
* New Xcode availability  Weeks or months
* Pricing model  Pay-as-you-go build minutes

[ See full comparison guide ](/alternatives/)

 We power apps with millions of users worldwide 

 Dips 

 100K+ Downloads 

 Leexi 

 50K+ Downloads 

 UnivLorraine 

 200K+ Downloads 

 HOKITA 

 50K+ Downloads 

 Erfgoed 

 200K+ Downloads 

 King Arthur Bakery 

 100K+ Downloads 

## Success Stories

 See what our customers say 

 Our customers love Capawesome Cloud - find out why 

We switched from Capgo to Capawesome Cloud a few months ago and so far we haven't looked back. With Capawesome Cloud, we have **significantly less downtime, updates are delivered faster, and support is literally the best we have ever experienced**. The integration was straightforward, and the documentation is clear and concise. Big thanks to the Capawesome team for creating such an awesome platform!

![Clément Fradet Normand](/assets/images/testimonials/clement-fradet-normand.jpg)

 Clément Fradet Normand  Co-Founder at Clovis 

We've been using Capawesome Cloud for CI/CD across our Capacitor apps and couldn't be happier. **Migrating from Appflow was a breeze — we were up and running in no time**, with way less friction than anticipated. The setup was straightforward and the workflow has been rock solid ever since. But what really sets Capawesome apart is the support. The team is incredibly responsive and genuinely helpful. It's great to get that level of personal attention from a SaaS tool. Highly recommend it to any Capacitor team looking to simplify their deployment pipeline.

![Dan Ziv](/assets/images/testimonials/dan-ziv.jpg)

 Dan Ziv  Head of Engineering at Greetings Island 

Capawesome Cloud has been a game-changer for our team. We can now deploy updates to our Capacitor app without pushing to the app stores. This has saved us countless hours and allowed us to iterate faster. It's a **must-have for any modern app development team**.

![Hugo Corta](/assets/images/testimonials/hugo-corta.jpg)

 Hugo Corta  Tech Lead at Vitruve 

We had to use an Android and iOS SDK in our Capacitor app, for which no plugin existed. Capawesome was able to **create a fully functional Capacitor plugin for us within a few days**. The communication was excellent and the plugin works perfectly.

![Daniel Ehrhardt](/assets/images/testimonials/daniel-ehrhardt-96.jpg)

 Daniel Ehrhardt  CEO at Codext GmbH 

We tested and verified several solutions on the market to help us deliver OTA updates for our Apps quickly, securely and, most importantly, that were capable of scaling as we grew and demanded. Capawesome Cloud was our choice! **The integration is super simple, we have automatic rollback and code signing to ensure the security of updates**. The costs are transparent and honest, we are very happy with the platform and looking forward to integrating our future Apps!

![Patrick A. Lima](/assets/images/testimonials/patrick-a-lima.jpg)

 Patrick A. Lima  CEO at Nuinalp 

Moving from Ionic Appflow to Capawesome Cloud has been a fantastic experience. We're very pleased with the product and genuinely impressed with what the team has built. The **builds are significantly faster than Ionic Appflow**, which is a nice improvement. We especially appreciate how the build process is separated from deployment—it has made debugging much easier and streamlined our entire workflow. The support has also been great. We hope to see even more users make the switch!

 Karvan Jay  Technical Director at Our Management Group Pty Ltd 

Our Capacitor app had several unique requirements for running operations in the background. The Capawesome team was able to quickly understand our needs and crafted a **customized Capacitor plugin that exceeded our expectations**.

![Christofer Huber](/assets/images/testimonials/christofer-huber-96.jpg)

 Christofer Huber  CTO at WEBPUNKS GmbH 

We mainly use over-the-air (OTA) updates to deliver critical bug fixes and updates when waiting on the App Store review process is not an option. After dealing with too much down-time and latency from Capgo, we made the decision to switch to Capawesome Cloud and we couldn't be happier. **Capawesome is more stable and the package delivery speeds are significantly faster**, which makes a big difference at scale. Capawesome's team is extremely responsive and professional - thanks for supplying such a great product guys.

![Jedidiah Weller](/assets/images/testimonials/jedidiah-weller.jpg)

 Jedidiah Weller  World Builder at Summon Worlds 

Capawesome Cloud has become an essential part of our release workflow. We mainly use it for over-the-air updates, allowing us to **fix bugs and release updates quickly without waiting for the app review process**. The integration was incredibly easy — it took us less than a day and felt almost plug-and-play. The support is excellent as well; the team is always helpful, responsive, and quick to reply.

![Sagie Ivan](/assets/images/testimonials/sagie-ivan.jpg)

 Sagie Ivan  Co-Founder at Dibs 

Capawesome Cloud has helped us **reduce our live update costs by more than 90%** while offering more features than our previous provider. The integration took us less than a day and the support is top-notch. We now deliver daily live updates to more than 200,000 devices without any issues.

![Michael Wolz](/assets/images/testimonials/michael-wolz.png)

 Michael Wolz  Head of Development at snapADDY GmbH 

Capawesome's live updates have been a game changer for our mobile recipe app at King Arthur Baking. We can **quickly deliver improvements without app store delays, saving time and resources** while keeping the experience fresh for our baking community.

![Jordan Kilby](/assets/images/testimonials/jordan-kilby.jpg)

 Jordan Kilby  Digital Marketing Leader at King Arthur Baking 

## Blog

 Latest from our blog 

ProductJune 12, 2025

### Announcing Capawesome Cloud Native Builds

 Build iOS and Android apps in the cloud on Apple Silicon M4 Pro — with managed signing, optional Git integration, and build times measured in minutes. 

![Robin Genz](/docs/assets/external/avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/13857929.jpg)

Robin GenzFounder & CEO

[ Read more ](/blog/announcing-capawesome-cloud-native-builds/)

DevelopmentApril 7, 2026

### How to Build and Deploy iOS Apps Without Owning a Mac

 Build and deploy iOS apps without owning a Mac. Use Capawesome Cloud's macOS build environment to compile, sign, and ship Capacitor apps from Windows or Linux. 

![Robin Genz](/docs/assets/external/avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/13857929.jpg)

Robin GenzFounder & CEO

[ Read more ](/blog/how-to-build-and-deploy-ios-apps-without-a-mac/)

DevelopmentMarch 18, 2026

### Using Environment Variables and Secrets in Capawesome Cloud

 Learn how to use environment variables, secrets, and reserved variables to configure your Capacitor and Ionic builds in Capawesome Cloud. 

![Dayana Jabif](/docs/assets/external/avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/1735814.jpg)

Dayana JabifDeveloper Advocate

[ Read more ](/blog/using-environment-variables-and-secrets-in-capawesome-cloud-builds/)

 Frequently asked questions 

 Can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out on [Discord](https://discord.gg/VCXxSVjefW) or [contact our team](/contact/). 

Which platforms and frameworks are supported?

Capacitor, Ionic, Cordova, and native iOS and Android projects — all from a single platform. Native Builds work with any JavaScript, TypeScript, Kotlin, Swift, or Objective-C project that produces a standard Xcode or Gradle build.

Is my source code stored on our servers?

No, we do not permanently store your source code on our servers. Your repository is only cloned at build time into a temporary, isolated virtual machine. Once the build job is finished, the VM and all its contents are immediately destroyed. This works the exact same way as any other CI/CD platform like GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. Additionally, no person ever has access to those files at build time—the build process is fully automated and isolated.

Can I use custom Gradle or Xcode configurations?

Yes! Native Builds supports custom build configurations through your project's existing Gradle and Xcode files. You can also use environment variables to customize build behavior.

How are signing certificates stored securely?

All signing certificates and secrets are encrypted at rest and in transit. They're stored in isolated, secure storage and are never exposed in build logs or accessible to other customers.

Can I trigger builds from my CI/CD pipeline?

Yes, you can trigger builds using our [CLI tool](/docs/cloud/cli/) or [API](/docs/cloud/api/). You can also use Capawesome Cloud Automations to automatically trigger builds based on rules like branch names or commit message patterns. This enables a complete automated CI/CD workflow.

Can I trigger builds without connecting a Git provider?

Yes. Most cloud build services require repository access. Capawesome Cloud doesn’t. Push source directly from your machine or CI runner and trigger a build — no webhook, no repo connection, no third-party integrations required. Works great for teams behind firewalls or with strict source-access policies.

Is Git LFS supported?

Yes, Git LFS (Large File Storage) is fully supported. If your repository uses Git LFS to manage large files such as binaries or assets, they will be automatically fetched during the build process.

Do you offer unlimited build minutes?

Yes — unlimited build minutes are available on higher-tier plans. Visit our [Pricing](/pricing/) page or [contact us](/contact-sales/) to find the right fit for your team.

How quickly are new Xcode versions supported?

New stable Xcode releases land on Capawesome Cloud build stacks within days of Apple shipping them — typically the same week. You can pin a specific Xcode version per build, or ride the latest managed default.

How do I debug a failed build?

Every build step has a full, searchable log. For faster triage, click **Ask AI** on the failed job for a one-paragraph diagnosis with cause, explanation, and fix. Opt-in per click, zero data retention — see [Assist](/cloud/assist/) for details.

Is OTA distribution a replacement for TestFlight or Google Play?

For production distribution, you still submit to the App Store and Google Play. But for internal QA, beta testing, and stakeholder reviews, OTA distribution lets you share a signed build via QR code or install link — instant, no review queue, no Apple ID invitations. Ad Hoc iOS builds install on up to 100 devices per device type registered in your Apple Developer account.

##  Ship your next build in the cloud 

 Get started in under five minutes. 14-day free trial on every plan — no Mac required. 

[ Get started ](https://console.cloud.capawesome.io)[ Talk to sales ](/contact-sales/)

 Questions first? Join us on [ Discord ](https://discord.gg/VCXxSVjefW) or read the [ Native Builds docs](/docs/cloud/native-builds/). 

![Capawesome](/assets/logo.svg) Capawesome 

 Ship mobile apps  
the modern  way.

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