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- AI Powered App-Building

Build apps in minutes with AI
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Protect and control your data
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Manage and connect your data
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Connect tools and sync workflows
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# Solve business problems with a **prompt**

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## Create, Deploy & Scale Custom Apps Without Code.

Adapt Knack to fit your workflow. Describe what you need, let Knack take care of the rest.

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## No Code. No Delay. No Hassle.

### Business-Ready **from Day One**

Unlike coding tools that generate code you can’t maintain, Knack generates complete business applications using enterprise-grade components. Get HIPAA/GDPR compliance, user management, and scalable infrastructure automatically.

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### Minutes to Production, **Not Months**

While other tools require endless prompt refinement and debugging, Knack delivers working business applications from your first conversation. No code reviews, no deployment headaches, no technical debt.

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### Break Free from Spreadsheets – **Build Real Solutions**

Outgrow the constraints of tools like Airtable and Quickbase. Build sophisticated workflows with 500+ integrations, custom business logic, and enterprise features—without per-seat pricing that scales with your success.

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## How Knack **Stands Apart**

At Knack, we believe software should work the way you do—not the other way around. Unlike rigid competitors, Knack makes it simple for anyone to build powerful, custom apps **without writing a line of code.**

### **vs. Coding Tools** (Lovable, Bolt, Replit)

- Generate applications, not source code
- **Business focus**, not developer projects
- Live solutions **immediately**
- **Fully hosted** with no infrastructure concerns

### **vs. No-Code Tools** (Airtable, Quickbase, Bubble, Xano, Softr)

- **AI-powered** creation with conversation
- True application logic and workflows
- Built-in compliance and **unlimited users**
- **500+** native integrations included

### **vs. Traditional Development**

- No technical knowledge required
- Live applications in **minutes**
- **Maintenance-free** updates
- No ongoing developer resources needed

## Built on Enterprise-Grade Components

Knack assembles powerful business applications using pre-built, tested components instead of generating code from scratch.
**Every feature you need is ready to deploy.**

###### Scalable Database Core

Enterprise-grade database with relationships, validation rules, and automatic scaling—no Supabase headaches or bolted-on solutions.

- Relational data with foreign keys
- Custom validation & business rules
- Automatic backups & security
- Built-in data encryption

###### Modern UI/UX Components

Rich interface components that create professional applications without custom development or design work.

- Interactive calendars & scheduling
- Dynamic maps & location services
- Pivot tables & project views
- Charts, graphs & dashboards
- File upload & document management
- Mobile-responsive designs

###### User Management & Security

Complete user system with flexible permissions, roles, and compliance features built-in from day one.

- Flexible user roles & permissions
- Single sign-on (SSO) integration
- HIPAA & GDPR compliance
- No per-seat pricing limitations
- Multi-factor authentication

###### Workflow Automation

Connect your applications to existing tools and automate business processes with powerful workflow capabilities.

- 500+ SaaS integrations
- Custom workflow triggers
- Email & notification automation
- Payment processing & invoicing
- API connections & webhooks

###### Analytics & Reporting

Built-in reporting and analytics tools to track performance and make data-driven business decisions.

- Custom report builders
- Real-time dashboards
- Data export capabilities
- Performance metrics tracking
- Automated report delivery

###### Business Logic Engine

Implement complex business rules and logic without writing code—from simple calculations to sophisticated workflows.

- Conditional logic & rules
- Automated calculations
- Multi-step approval processes
- Custom field validations
- Dynamic form behavior

## Move Beyond Patchwork Integrations

As part of its core functionality, Knack plugs right into the tools you already rely on with minimal friction and integrates with over 500 apps to automate cross-platform tasks.

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### $250k+   saved/year

“Knack is instrumental in the daily running of the business. It literally runs every facet of our company, from front to back – top to bottom. In the beginning, it probably took me three or four days to build out a new section. Now I can build something new in under an hour”

JD Worley

Curetech CEO

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### 92%   Customer Retention Rate

“We don’t need a full support team or stack of engineers. For some issues, if someone comes to us and has a problem, Knack takes care of it, and that’s it. That’s a huge, huge benefit.”

Damir Makic, Co-Founder and COO

Verified Athletics

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### 10x Faster   Program Administration

“The speed of development with Knack was really critical for what we needed, With other programs, even if the features were there, it took more work, you could accomplish the same thing with fewer clicks.”

Eldon Davidson, Director of Advanced Customized Training Solutions

El Camino College

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## FAQs: About Knack the No-Code App Builder

What makes Knack unique as a no-code AI app builder? –

KnackAI is a **no-code, AI-powered application builder** that delivers production-ready apps directly from a single prompt—eliminating code scaffolding, fragile prototypes, and costly developer handoffs. Compared to AI code generators like Lovable, Backendless, or Builder.ai, Knack ensures:

**– Prompt → Production in Minutes:** No staging or manual wiring needed.
**– Zero Technical Debt:** Apps are built from tested, reusable components.
**– Enterprise Compliance:** SOC 2 Type II, HIPAA, and GDPR standards baked in from day one.
**– Immediate Adoption:** Fully functional UI, backend, and workflows ready at launch.

What are the top use cases and ideal success scenarios for Knack? +

Knack’s **flexible no-code AI platform** supports high-impact applications across industries:

– **Healthcare:** HIPAA-compliant patient portals, appointment scheduling, and secure EHR access.
– **Financial Services:** SOC 2 and GDPR-compliant customer portals, loan processing automation, compliance reporting.
– **Operations Dashboards:** Real-time database dashboards with charts, calendars, and Kanban boards replacing complex spreadsheets.
– **Customer Portals:** Fully branded portals with secure login, payments (Stripe/PayPal), and automated communications.
– **Internal Tools:** Custom CRMs, inventory systems, and approval workflows using pre-built modules.
– **Data Integration:** 500+ SaaS integrations via Albato, Zapier, and Make for cross-platform automation.

Can non-technical users build and modify apps with Knack? +

Yes. Knack’s **AI builder and drag-and-drop visual app builders** are designed so business teams can build and update apps without coding.

– **Component-Based Design:** Add forms, workflows, and dashboards visually.
– **Live Editing:** Modify pages, data structures, and logic even after deployment.
– **No Developer Required:** Eliminate IT bottlenecks and accelerate iteration cycles.

Who is Knack built for? +

Knack is purpose-built to serve a broad spectrum of users, bridging the gap between business needs and technical capabilities:

**Business Leaders & Founders**

– Challenge: Limited access to developers, tight budgets, and regulatory requirements.

– Knack Advantage: Build secure, compliant applications in weeks—not months—without hiring developers or compliance experts.

**Operations Teams & Department Heads**

– Challenge: Dependent on IT for every update and constrained by rigid tools.

– Knack Advantage: Empower teams to independently create and modify tools using a no-code interface.

**Technical Teams (CTOs, Dev Managers)**

– Challenge: Internal tool requests compete with strategic priorities, creating long delivery timelines.

- Knack Advantage: Offload internal app building to a no-code platform that supports scalability, security, and compliance out of the box.

How does Knack handle database complexity and data structure? +

Knack features a full relational database engine built for scale and flexibility:

– **Capacity:** Supports up to 1.5 million records without performance loss.
– **Relationships:** One-to-many, many-to-one, and many-to-many structures for complex data modeling.
– **Custom Fields:** Rich text, auto-increment, and specialized formats for tailored datasets.
– **Personalized Experiences:** Link records to user accounts for login-based customization.

This architecture makes Knack **ideal for managing inventory systems, customer databases, and multi-entity relationships** in any industry.

How do automations work in Knack? +

- Knack Flows is a built-in automation engine that streamlines business processes:
- – **Multi-Step Workflows:** Trigger actions across multiple steps in real time.
– **Pre-Built Connectors:** 500+ SaaS integrations, including Mailchimp, QuickBooks, Slack, and more.
– **Scheduling & Management:** Centralized control over workflow timing and execution.
– **No Extra Cost:** All automation features are included in every Knack plan.

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