# Retool Retool is a low-code platform for building internal tools and business applications. It provides a drag-and-drop interface with pre-built UI components (tables, forms, charts, etc.) that connect directly to databases, APIs, and third-party services. Developers write minimal custom code (JavaScript/SQL) to handle business logic while Retool handles the UI layer, authentication, and deployment. ## Key Features - **Visual app builder**: drag-and-drop components for building CRUD apps, dashboards, and admin panels - **Data source connectors**: native integrations with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, REST APIs, GraphQL, and many more - **Workflows**: automated backend logic and scheduled jobs - **AI/LLM integration**: AppGen feature for generating apps from natural language prompts; built-in support for connecting to LLMs and vector stores - **Retool Database**: built-in PostgreSQL database for quick prototyping - **Granular permissions**: role-based access control and audit logging - **Self-hosted option**: can be deployed on-premises or in private cloud - **Version control and CI/CD**: Git-based source control integration ## Use Cases - Internal admin panels and dashboards - Customer support tools - Data management interfaces - Approval workflows - Operational tools for non-technical teams ## Pricing Freemium model. Free tier available for up to 5 users. Paid plans for teams and enterprise with additional features (SSO, audit logs, custom branding, on-prem deployment). ## Notable Users Amazon, DoorDash, Ramp, Stripe, Adobe, NVIDIA, Boeing, Pfizer, OpenAI, Pinterest, and 10,000+ other companies. ## References - https://retool.com ## Related -