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Apache APISIX

Apache APISIX is an open-source cloud-native API gateway with dynamic, real-time and high-performance features, based on the NGINX library and etcd.

Free • Open SourceMacWindowsLinuxBy Apache Software Foundation

About Apache APISIX

Apache APISIX is a dynamic, real-time, high-performance API gateway that provides rich traffic management features such as load balancing, dynamic upstream, canary release, circuit breaking, authentication, observability and more. You can use Apache APISIX to handle traditional north-south traffic, as well as east-west traffic between services. It can also be used as a K8s ingress controller. Supported languages include Lua, WASM, Go, Java, JavaScript and so on.

Key Features

  • ✓API Management
  • ✓Kubernetes
  • ✓Nginx
  • ✓Support for Docker
  • ✓Reverse Proxy
  • ✓Serverless

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Frequently asked questions

What is Apache APISIX?

Apache APISIX is an open-source cloud-native API gateway with dynamic, real-time and high-performance features, based on the NGINX library and etcd. It is listed under the Free • Open Source license model in the SaaS Lenz directory.

Is Apache APISIX free to use?

Apache APISIX is listed as Free • Open Source in our directory. Pricing and plan details can change, so check the official website for current terms before committing.

What platforms does Apache APISIX run on?

Apache APISIX is available on Mac, Windows, Linux, Self-Hosted, Software as a Service SaaS, so you can use it across the devices your team already works with.

Who develops Apache APISIX?

Apache APISIX is developed by Apache Software Foundation. You can find more background and documentation on the product's official website.

What are the best alternatives to Apache APISIX?

Popular alternatives to Apache APISIX include Apigee, AWS AppSync. Compare their features, license models, and platforms on the SaaS Lenz alternatives page.