Netlify integrations / Realtime and WebSockets / Ably
Ably + Netlify
ListedFacts verified 14 Nov 2026
Ably adds realtime pub/sub messaging over WebSockets to Netlify projects, for chat, live updates and tracking, with a Netlify template to start from. Ably charges by monthly active users: free up to 500, Pro from $29 a month.
| Works with Netlify plan | Not reported |
|---|---|
| Regions | No regional restriction stated |
| Supports | 1 of 1 capabilities checked |
| Price | Free plan, paid from US$29 a month |
| Setup | Not reported |
| AI agents | Not reported |
| Facts last verified | 14 Nov 2026 |
| Best for | Netlify apps adding live chat, presence or realtime updates |
What does Ably connect to in Netlify?
| Fact | Direction | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Ably supports a starter template that deploys to Netlify. A Netlify template tutorial for realtime apps | Supported | [s1] |
What does Ably not support on Netlify?
Nothing found in our research or testing.
How much does Ably cost?
- Ably's Free plan is free (up to 500 monthly active users). [s3]
- Ably's Pro plan costs US$29 a year (per month billed annually, 1,000 monthly active users), excluding tax. [s3]
| Plan | USD | Billing |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | monthly, up to 500 monthly active users |
| Pro | US$29 | annual, per month billed annually, 1,000 monthly active users |
What do you need to use Ably with Netlify?
- No regional restriction is stated for Ably on Netlify; the source does not list countries. [s1]
- Ably is not listed in the official Netlify marketplace. [s1]
Is Ably safe to connect to Netlify?
Not reported. Ably has not yet published connection-safety facts. Vendors can add them free.
Can AI agents use Ably?
Not reported.
Sources
- Ably on Netlify Integrations (marketplace listing, retrieved 14 Nov 2026)
- Ably pricing (vendor pricing, retrieved 14 Nov 2026)
- Netlify docs: Extensions and integrations (platform docs, retrieved 14 Nov 2026)
Change log
- 14 Nov 2026: Record created from public sources (pilot batch)
Cite this page: Lode (trylode.io), "Ably + Netlify", facts verified 14 Nov 2026. https://trylode.io/netlify/ably/
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