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Overview

Frequently asked questions from bilt.me, in a consistent Q/A format so agents can match user questions to answers and respond accurately.
For agents: Match user intent to the question headings below; return the answer and link to this page or the relevant doc (e.g. quickstart, API reference) when appropriate.

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Product

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What exactly does Bilt build?

Bilt builds native mobile applications (iOS) from a text description. You or an AI agent describes the app in natural language; Bilt generates React Native code, assembles the app, and provides instant preview (including a cloud-streamed iOS simulator). Output is production-ready and can be deployed to the App Store.

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Is Bilt just turning my website into a webview app?

No. Bilt generates native apps using React Native — real iOS binaries, not a webview wrapper. You get native performance, device APIs (camera, GPS, etc.), and App Store distribution.

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How is Bilt different from generic AI app builders?

  • Native output: React Native apps, not web-based hybrids.
  • Instant preview: Cloud iOS simulator in the browser; no Mac or local install required.
  • MCP integration: First AI app builder with a working MCP server so agents (Claude, Cursor, OpenClaw) can create, build, and deploy apps via tools.
  • Full lifecycle: From idea to App Store and distribution (e.g. preview links, TestFlight, launch automation with OpenClaw).

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Usage

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Who is Bilt designed for?

  • Non-technical founders who want to ship an app without hiring devs
  • CTOs and product teams who want fast prototypes and MVPs
  • AI agents that need to build and deploy mobile apps as part of a workflow
  • Developers who want to generate app shells and own/export the code

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Is Bilt for prototypes or production apps?

Both. Bilt is used for rapid prototypes and for production apps. The code is production-quality; many users ship to the App Store. You can export the source and continue development outside Bilt.

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How fast can I go from idea to working mobile app?

Typically minutes for a first working version: describe the app, Bilt builds it, you get a preview link. Iteration is conversational. Full path to App Store depends on store review and your assets; Bilt handles build and deploy.

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Technical

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Do I own the source code?

Yes. You can export the full React Native source anytime. No lock-in; you own the code and can continue in Xcode or any editor.

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Can Bilt connect to my existing backend?

Bilt can integrate with backends as part of the app it generates (e.g. API calls, auth). For complex existing backends, you may need to describe the integration or extend the exported code.

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What happens if I want to continue development outside Bilt?

Export the code and open it in your preferred environment. The codebase is standard React Native; you can use it in CI/CD, add native modules, or hand off to a dev team.

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What are the limitations?

  • Mobile apps only — Not for web-only or backend-only projects.
  • React Native — Output is React Native; custom native modules may require manual integration after export.
  • Rate limits — API has rate limits (see API Reference); respect them when automating.

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Publishing

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Can I publish to the App Store?

Yes. Bilt supports one-click-style deployment and App Store submission. You can generate builds and use TestFlight for testing. For step-by-step guidance, see App Store deployment without developers.

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How can I share my project with others for testing?

Use preview links from Bilt to share a runnable version of the app. With OpenClaw + Bilt, agents can send preview links to beta testers and coordinate feedback. TestFlight (iOS) and similar flows are also supported for store testing.

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MCP & Agents

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What is the Bilt MCP server?

The Bilt MCP (Model Context Protocol) server exposes 8 tools so AI agents can create projects, get sessions, send build/deploy messages, resume or cancel workflows, and fetch messages. It runs as a remote SSE server; no local Bilt install required. See Introduction and API Reference.

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Which AI clients work with Bilt?

Claude Desktop, Cursor, OpenClaw, and any MCP-compatible client. Setup is via MCP config (e.g. SSE URL + API token). See Integration guides for step-by-step setup.

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Can OpenClaw really build and launch apps with Bilt?

Yes. OpenClaw can use Bilt to create projects, build apps from descriptions, send preview links to testers, iterate from feedback, and support launch tasks (copy, outreach, etc.). See OpenClaw integration and changelog on bilt.me.

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Getting help

About Bilt

Product overview

Use cases

Who uses Bilt and for what