Build a No-Code Front-End on Top of a Xano Back-End

Use Xano GET endpoints as table data sources in WeWeb, and call Xano from workflows with the API Request action. The integration also supports optional branching, alternate data sources, realtime, and global headers.

Xano as a No-code Backend

Xano is an incredibly powerful no-code platform that allows you to:

  • build a relational database,
  • auto-generate REST API endpoints,
  • setup best-in-class user authentication, and
  • create complex backend logic.

You can do all of this without writing code, while still building in a way that is flexible, secure, and scalable. 

All of the above means Xano is a great option for a wide range of programmers, from no-code makers to traditional developers in enterprise organizations.

What WeWeb Supports Natively

Use WeWeb’s Xano integration for data, authentication, realtime, and workflow requests.

Category Feature Description
Data source Connect your Xano instance Add a Xano connection in WeWeb using your Meta API Key, Instance, and Workspace. You can also add an optional Custom Domain.
Data source Multiple environments & branches Configure the right Xano Instance, Workspace, Custom Domain, branch, and data source for each environment.
Data source Global & per-request headers Add Global Headers to the connection, and use Custom Headers in the API Request action when needed.
Data source Endpoints (fetch & display) Use Xano GET endpoints as data sources for WeWeb tables.
Data source Full CRUD via workflows Use the Xano Request workflow action to create, update, and delete records in Xano from forms, buttons, or any user action in your WeWeb app.
Data source Bind variables to endpoint inputs Bind page, app, and component variables directly to Xano endpoint inputs, making it easy to build dynamic forms, filters, chats, and interactive flows.
Data source Sort, filter & paginate Xano manages its own pagination for Xano-backed tables. Configure the paging inputs your Xano endpoint expects instead of using generic WeWeb pagination patterns.
Data source Realtime (WebSockets) Leverage Xano Realtime to subscribe to channels, manage presence, and push live updates to your WeWeb app using WebSockets.
Authentication Native Xano Auth plugin Set Xano as your Authentication System in Data & API → Authentication to handle sign in flows in WeWeb.
Authentication Pre-built login & signup flows Drop in login and signup UIs, wire them to your Xano endpoints, and manage auth state without custom code.
Authentication Role-based access control Use the current signed-in user in WeWeb to control access to pages and UI.
Authentication Private pages & conditional UI Mark pages as public or authenticated-only, and show or hide UI based on whether the user is signed in.
Authentication Token forwarding to data requests After login, the auth token is automatically forwarded to your Xano data source requests so all subsequent calls are authenticated by default.

Why Choose WeWeb as Your No-Code Xano Front-End

If you love Xano, there's a good chance you'll love WeWeb. 

Both platforms share a similar vision to allow developers – both coders and no-coders – to build and maintain web-apps faster without compromising on flexibility, security, and security. 

Enterprise grade, no-code platform

When you publish a WeWeb app, the code generated is an industry standard Vue.js Single-Page Application that you can export and self-host.

Advanced business logic

With WeWeb, you can visually build complex no-code workflows with loops and branches that seamlessly interact with the rest of your current tech stack.

Flexible visual programming

In WeWeb, you can visually build pixel-perfect, responsive user interfaces without writing code. Templates and components allow you to build faster while custom code import features guarantee full freedom and flexibility.

Integrating Xano with WeWeb

Connecting a Xano backend to a WeWeb project is very straightforward:

  1. Add Xano in Integrations using your Meta API Key, Instance, and Workspace
  2. Use Xano GET endpoints as table data sources, and use the API Request action in workflows for POST, PUT, PATCH, or DELETE requests
  3. Configure Xano sign in flows in WeWeb using the auth templates for Sign In, Sign Up, and Log Out

FAQs

1. What is Xano and why use it with WeWeb?

Xano is a no-code backend that provides a scalable database, API builder, and realtime engine.

Paired with WeWeb, it lets you build fully custom frontends on top of a robust backend without writing server code.

2. How do I connect my Xano backend to WeWeb?

Add Xano in Integrations, enter your Meta API Key, choose your Instance and Workspace, and then use Xano GET endpoints for tables or the API Request action in workflows.

3. Can I use different environments (staging, production, dev) with Xano?

Yes. WeWeb supports multiple Xano data sources so you can point your editor to staging while your live site points to production — or use separate Xano branches.

4. Does WeWeb support filtering, sorting, and pagination?

WeWeb can work with sorting and filtering from your Xano setup, but Xano-backed tables use Xano’s own pagination inputs; generic WeWeb pagination patterns are not compatible.

5. Can I write to my Xano database from WeWeb?

Yes. Using the Xano Request workflow action, you can create, update, and delete records — perfect for forms, dashboards, admin panels, CRMs, or custom apps.

6. Does WeWeb support Xano authentication?

Yes. When Xano is your Authentication System, WeWeb provides auth templates for Sign In, Sign Up, and Log Out, plus the Authenticate, Set user, and Clear session actions.

7. Can I restrict access to pages or components based on user roles?

Absolutely. WeWeb can use the current signed-in user to control access to pages and UI and lets you:

  • make pages public or private,
  • restrict access to specific user groups,
  • conditionally show/hide UI elements.

8. Does the authentication token automatically apply to Xano requests?

Yes. After a successful login, the auth token is automatically forwarded to your Xano data source calls — no manual header setup required.

9. Does WeWeb support Xano Realtime?

Yes. Xano realtime is supported when the connection is configured with the correct Connection Hash.

10. Does WeWeb support streaming responses from Xano?

Stream Response is available only in Interface workflows, not in backend API Endpoint workflows. Your Xano endpoint must already be set up to stream.

This is ideal for:

  • AI chat flows (OpenAI, LLaMA, OpenPipe, etc.)
  • Long-running processes
  • Progressive loaders / partial output
  • Real-time text generation or token-by-token output

You can use a Xano streaming endpoint in an Interface workflow.

This results in fast, fluid user experiences similar to ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, or other AI-powered interfaces.

11. Can I use custom headers or API keys with Xano endpoints?

Yes. You can configure Global Headers on the Xano connection and Custom Headers in the API Request action.

12. Can non-technical users work with Xano inside WeWeb?

Yes. Xano GET endpoints can power tables in WeWeb, and workflows can call Xano with the API Request action when structured inputs or writes are needed.

13. Is it possible to combine Xano with other data sources?

Definitely. WeWeb supports mixing Xano with Airtable, Supabase, REST APIs, GraphQL, and other data providers. You can even merge data inside variables or workflows.

14. What types of apps can I build using WeWeb + Xano?

Common examples include:

  • SaaS apps
  • Admin dashboards
  • CRMs
  • Member portals
  • Internal tools
  • Multi-step forms and onboarding flows

The combination is flexible enough for simple MVPs or production-level applications.

15. How secure is the WeWeb ↔ Xano integration?

All connections use HTTPS. If a user already has a valid Xano session, WeWeb includes it automatically in Xano requests. Access rules and endpoint behavior are configured in Xano.

16. How does performance scale with this setup?

WeWeb handles the UI layer, while Xano handles your API behavior. For Xano-backed tables, use the endpoint shape and paging inputs your Xano API expects. If your API groups or endpoint inputs do not appear correctly in WeWeb, test the OpenAPI docs in Xano first. If the docs are broken there, WeWeb cannot read the endpoint structure.

WeWeb and Xano Success Stories

The Xano + WeWeb combo seems to suit a wide-range of users and use cases

We've seen:

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Try WeWeb as your Xano Front-End Today, for Free!

As we mentioned above, we think that if you love Xano as a backend, there's a good chance you'll love WeWeb to build frontends 🙂

There's only one way to know for sure though: try WeWeb for free today.

To go one step further, if you'd like, you can book a call with someone on our team to tell us about your use case. 

We'll give you an honest assessment of the pros and cons of using a Xano + WeWeb combo in your specific situation.