Wayfinder by Appvia
The self-service platform for developers to get what they need, when they need it.
Overview
Wayfinder is an internal developer platform that enables developers to self-serve secure and compliant cloud-native environments. It provides a centralized control plane for platform teams to manage cloud accounts, Kubernetes clusters, and policies, while offering developers a simple UI and CLI to provision the resources they need. Wayfinder aims to reduce the friction between development and operations, accelerating delivery without compromising on security or governance.
✨ Key Features
- Self-Service Environments
- Centralized Kubernetes Cluster Management
- Cloud Account Management (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Policy and Governance Enforcement
- Cost Management and Visibility
- Service Catalog
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong focus on secure landing zones and multi-cloud governance
- Manages the full lifecycle from cloud account to application environment
- Ease of use for both platform teams and developers
- Deep expertise in Kubernetes and cloud security
Unique Value: Wayfinder provides a secure and compliant 'paved road' to the cloud, enabling developers to move fast with self-service while ensuring platform teams maintain control and visibility.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Secure developer self-service for Kubernetes
- Multi-cloud, multi-cluster governance
- Automated environment provisioning
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Teams not using Kubernetes or public cloud
- Organizations looking for a purely open-source solution
🏆 Alternatives
While some tools focus on the application layer, Wayfinder manages the entire stack from the cloud account up, providing a more holistic governance and security model. It offers a more out-of-the-box experience than building a platform from scratch with open-source tools.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Free for up to 5 users and 1 cluster.
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