Integrate Reweb with Strapi

These integration guides are not official documentation and the Strapi Support Team will not provide assistance with them.

What Is Reweb?

Reweb is a website builder that brings together Next.js, Tailwind CSS, and AI tools to make web development smoother. At its core, Reweb offers four main features: AI generation to kickstart projects, visual design through drag-and-drop editing, clean code you can export, and built-in tools for team collaboration. This combination works particularly well for teams building content-driven applications that require both development speed and technical control.

Over 20,000 developers use Reweb, demonstrating its value as a frontend solution for headless CMS implementations. The AI-assisted development and modern framework support make it a practical choice for building dynamic applications without sacrificing development flexibility. When choosing a CMS for integration, consider the benefits of Strapi over other options like Contentful. See Strapi vs Contentful for a detailed comparison.

Why Integrate Reweb With Strapi

Integrate Reweb with Strapi to address a common developer challenge: choosing between rapid prototyping and robust backend architecture. With this combination, you benefit from both.

Reweb's AI-powered builder generates clean Next.js and Tailwind CSS code, while Strapi provides comprehensive RESTful and GraphQL API support designed for headless and Jamstack architectures. Strapi v5 offers the most complete feature set, though v4 remains compatible if you're maintaining older projects. Leveraging these tools, which are based on open-source business models, allows for flexibility and community support in your development workflow.

The integration becomes particularly powerful when connecting Reweb's visual tools directly to Strapi's content types. You can design interfaces with drag-and-drop functionality and then connect components to your backend data. Content teams manage everything through Strapi's dashboard, including media assets, while developers maintain complete control of the frontend.

This pairing streamlines how you build, launch, and maintain sites so that content updates occur in real time, teams collaborate effectively, and you receive production-ready Next.js exports without the typical delays between content creation and deployment.

How to Integrate Reweb with Strapi in 5 Steps

Combining Strapi with Reweb creates a powerful toolkit that simplifies content management while accelerating UI development. Let's walk through the process of integrating them, from initial setup to production.

Prerequisites and System Requirements

You will need Node.js v20.x or v22.x for your dev environment—skip odd-numbered versions like v21 or v23. Plan for at least 4 GB of RAM (2 GB minimum), though more memory can help with larger projects.

SQLite works for development but switch to PostgreSQL for production. Production setups need external storage like AWS S3 or Backblaze B2 for file uploads—local storage vanishes between deployments.

You will also need your package manager (npm or yarn), Git, and hosting for both the backend and frontend.

Setting Up Strapi Backend

Create your Strapi project with these commands:

npx create-strapi-app@latest server
cd server
npm run develop

During setup, select your database, TypeScript support, and whether to include sample data. If you're new to Strapi, the examples help you understand content modeling.

Create your admin account through the setup wizard when you first access the admin panel. This account controls content types, user permissions, and API settings.

Build content types based on your project needs. Create collection types for dynamic content like blog posts or products and single types for static pages. Set proper permissions for each type—this controls how Reweb accesses your data.

To handle media assets efficiently, use the Strapi Media Library, which allows you to manage images, videos, and other files directly within Strapi.

For production, set up external storage for uploads:

// File: config/env/production/plugins.js
module.exports = ({ env }) => ({
  upload: {
    config: {
      provider: 'aws-s3',
      providerOptions: {
        s3Options: {
          credentials: {
            accessKeyId: env('S3_ACCESS_KEY_ID'),
            secretAccessKey: env('S3_ACCESS_SECRET'),
          },
          region: env('S3_REGION'),
          endpoint: 'https://' + env('S3_ENDPOINT'),
          params: {
            ACL: 'private',
            Bucket: env('S3_BUCKET'),
          },
        },
      },
    },
  },
});

For those familiar with handling media uploads in PHP, such as image optimization with PHP, you can achieve similar functionality using Strapi's media handling capabilities in a JavaScript environment.

Configuring Reweb to Connect with Strapi

Reweb works with both REST and GraphQL connections, though REST API is ready to use in all Strapi installations.

To get started, set up your Reweb project and connect it to your Strapi instance. Configure your API endpoints in Reweb's settings—usually http://localhost:1337/api for local development or your production Strapi URL.

Create responsive UI components in Reweb that match your Strapi content types. For example, if you have a "Blog Post" collection in Strapi, design a corresponding component in Reweb that displays the title, content, author, and publication date.

Set up data fetching to pull content from Strapi:

// Example API call from Reweb to Strapi
const fetchContent = async (contentType) => {
  try {
    const response = await fetch(`${process.env.STRAPI_URL}/api/${contentType}`, {
      headers: {
        'Authorization': `Bearer ${process.env.STRAPI_API_TOKEN}`,
        'Content-Type': 'application/json',
      },
    });
    return await response.json();
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Error fetching from Strapi:', error);
    return null;
  }
};

Ensure your components handle loading states and errors appropriately. This maintains a smooth user experience when API calls fail or take longer than expected.

This setup is suitable for various applications, including building scalable platforms like e-learning with Strapi, where API integrations play a crucial role.

Performing Authentication and Security Setup

Use token-based authentication to secure data calls between your frontend and backend. In Strapi's admin panel, go to Settings > API Tokens and create a new token with appropriate permissions for your Reweb application.

Additionally, you can define Strapi custom roles to manage user permissions and access control within your application. For advanced authentication setups, you can also implement SSO authentication with Strapi to streamline user management.

Set up CORS in Strapi to allow requests from your Reweb domain:

// File: config/middlewares.js
module.exports = [
  'strapi::errors',
  {
    name: 'strapi::security',
    config: {
      contentSecurityPolicy: {
        useDefaults: true,
        directives: {
          'connect-src': ["'self'", 'https:'],
          'img-src': ["'self'", 'data:', 'blob:', 'your-reweb-domain.com'],
          'media-src': ["'self'", 'data:', 'blob:'],
          upgradeInsecureRequests: null,
        },
      },
    },
  },
  {
    name: 'strapi::cors',
    config: {
      enabled: true,
      headers: '*',
      origin: ['http://localhost:3000', 'https://your-reweb-domain.com']
    }
  },
  // ... other middlewares
];

Always use HTTPS in production and store sensitive data like API tokens in environment variables, not in your code.

Testing and Deploying Your Integration

Test locally first. Verify that all content types display correctly in Reweb, authentication works properly, and error handling functions as expected. Test what happens during network failures, with invalid tokens, and when content is missing.

Create a staging environment that mirrors your production setup. This helps you test deployment steps and identify issues before they affect real users.

Deploy your Strapi backend to cloud services like AWS, DigitalOcean, or Koyeb, while your Reweb frontend can go on Vercel, Netlify, or similar static hosting platforms.

Monitor your deployed application for performance issues. Look for slow API responses, authentication failures, or database schema conflicts during upgrades. Set up logging and error tracking to quickly identify and resolve problems.

In addition to technical performance, consider strategies to boost eCommerce conversions by optimizing your site's user experience and engagement.

Real-World E-commerce Implementation

This e-commerce structure reflects successful projects like the Mug & Snug social commerce platform, which launched its MVP in under a month using these architectural patterns. Another example is the Strapi and Next.js case study by AE Studio, where they built a nonprofit marketplace leveraging these technologies.

By incorporating AI tools for eCommerce, you can further enhance your platform's capabilities, offering personalized experiences and boosting efficiency.

Project Structure

/project-root
├── /backend (Strapi CMS)
│   ├── /config
│   ├── /src/api (content types, controllers)
│   └── /database (schema definitions)
├── /frontend (Reweb application)
│   ├── /components (reusable UI elements)
│   ├── /lib (API utilities, authentication)
│   └── /pages (route components)
└── /shared (TypeScript types, constants)

Critical Integration Points

The backend utilizes Strapi's Dynamic Zones for flexible content layouts, similar to the LibraryOn implementation that provided content editors with complete layout control. The Reweb frontend employs atomic design principles for highly reusable components.

Essential configuration files:

• strapi/config/api.js - CORS and authentication settings
• reweb/lib/strapi.js - API client with token-based security
• shared/types.ts - type safety across the entire stack

Production Features

This architecture includes automated deployment pipelines, comprehensive error handling, and performance optimization. It scales effectively and supports complex third-party integrations, handling everything from content-heavy marketing sites to multi-vendor e-commerce platforms.

You can adapt these patterns using the official Strapi integration documentation as your starting point, then implement the architectural decisions outlined here for your specific requirements.

Strapi Open Office Hours

If you have any questions about Strapi 5 or just would like to stop by and say hi, you can join us at Strapi's Discord Open Office Hours, Monday through Friday, from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm CST: Strapi Discord Open Office Hours.

For more details, visit the Strapi documentation and the Reweb documentation.