Documentation Overview

Welcome to the VoltBuilder documentation. Can't find what you're looking for? Ask support.

Tutorial

Create your first app, step by step.

Capacitor

Capacitor Overview

What you need to know about Capacitor and VoltBuilder.

Setting up your project

VoltBuilder works by uploading a single zip file with everything in it. Here's how to set up the zip file.

Cordova

Setting up your project

VoltBuilder works by uploading a single zip file with everything in it. Here's how to set up the zip file.

Generating icons and splash screens

You'll need icons and splash screens in various sizes. VoltBuilder can generate these.

Cordova config.xml documentation

config.xml contains the parameters for your build. Here's how to set it up.

Upgrading to Cordova 11

Cordova 11 has a number of changes which affect Android jobs.

Building for Android 12

Here's how to build for Android 12

Building for Windows

Building apps for Windows, using the same source as Android and iOS.

Troubleshooting

How to resolve common issues.

Support

Can't find what you're looking for?

Uploading to Stores

VoltSigner

You'll need certificates to upload your app to Apple and Google. Here's how to make them.

Uploading to the Google Play Store

Instructions how to have VoltBuilder upload to Google as part of your build.

Uploading to Apple App Store Connect

Instructions how to have VoltBuilder upload to Apple as part of your build.

Hosting your app on VoltBuilder

Don't want distribute vis the stores? VoltBuilder can host for you.

VoltBuilder API

Using the VoltBuilder API

Want to submit jobs directly to VoltBuilder from your build tools? Here's how.

API Specification

Here are the API docs for submitting directly to VoltBuilder.

Cordova Plugins

Using Plugins

How to use plugins in your project.

Core Plugins

These plugins are included in the Free Plan.

Approved Plugins

These additional plugins are included in paid plans.

NPM Plugin Checklist

Need a new plugin? Here's a checklist for eligibility.

Ionic Appflow

Appflow vs VoltBuilder

Appflow is another build tool. See how it compares.

Migration Guide

Want to move from Appflow to VoltBuilder? Here's how.

PhoneGap

Migration Guide

Step by step instructions to move from PhoneGap to VoltBuilder.

Tips for PhoneGap Users

Here are some of the common issues PhoneGap users face.

Video

Coming from PhoneGap? Here's a video showing how to do it.

Sample Projects

GitHub - voltbuilder/sample

A minimal web page you can download and run using VoltBuilder.

GitHub - voltbuilder/sample-react

A minimal React app you can download and run using VoltBuilder.

White Papers

Why use a Build Service?

Build services like VoltBuilder can save you a lot of time and trouble. Find out more.