You may have noticed something different around here — the platform you knew as Foundry has a new name. If you're wondering why, you're not alone.
Adalo lets you build database-driven web apps and native iOS and Android apps — published to the App Store and Google Play — from a single no-code editor. The new name honors Ada Lovelace, the world's first computer programmer, and gives us a unique identity that's easy to find and impossible to confuse with anyone else.
Here’s the full story:
Back in December, we came up with the name Foundry as a way to convey that anyone could use building blocks to create an app (just like you’d use molds to make things in a real foundry). And at the time, this seemed like a solid concept, it was short & simple, and we couldn’t really find any other major company named Foundry. Perfect right?
Well, over time we started to hear comments like “Oh I've heard of you all before! … no wait … that’s someone else.” We’d get questions like “I can’t seem to find your site on Google. What’s the URL?” And there was confusion over Foundry vs Foundry Platform. (We’d even get people that would accidentally link our logo to the wrong site!)
On their own, these events didn’t seem that bad. But as they started to pile up, our concerns grew. And after talking with some SEO experts, we became even more aware of the sheer amount of companies named Foundry—we found countless local Foundries as well as other companies in our space with Foundry in their name.
Admittedly a little terrified to change names, we decided that if we were going to do it, we had better do it now.
Fast forward through the process of actually coming up with and deciding on a new name – we ended up landing on Adalo. Ada Lovelace is widely considered to be the world's first computer programmer. She had a vision that computers shouldn’t just help mathematicians but instead, that they should help solve everyday problems. So with that, we hope to carry on her innovative spirit and usher in a new era where anyone to create computer programs and solve problems once thought to be impossible.
Our platform, our blog, and all of your apps are now all available at our shiny new domain: Adalo.com. We’re happy to answer any questions you have! Email us at hello@adalo.com
P.S. If you’re interested in learning more about why this is actually our company’s fourth name or if you want some tips on how to avoid the mistakes we made along the way… we’ve got just the article for you.
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I easily build and launch my app even if the company behind the platform changes its name? | Yes, with Adalo's No Code Platform, you can easily build and launch your app without worrying about platform changes. When Adalo rebranded from Foundry, all user apps, the platform, and documentation seamlessly transitioned to the new domain, ensuring continuity for all creators. |
| Why choose Adalo over other App Builder solutions? | Adalo lets you build database-driven web apps and native iOS and Android apps — published to the App Store and Google Play — from a single no-code editor. This ability to publish directly to app stores is crucial because getting your app in front of users through the App Store and Google Play is often the hardest part of launching a new app or business. Adalo removes this barrier, giving you a major advantage in marketing and distribution. |
| Why did Foundry change its name to Adalo? | The company changed from Foundry to Adalo because there were too many other companies with similar names, causing confusion and SEO challenges. People had difficulty finding the correct website, and the brand was often mistaken for other businesses in the same space. |
| What does the name Adalo mean? | Adalo is inspired by Ada Lovelace, widely considered the world's first computer programmer. She envisioned computers helping solve everyday problems, not just mathematical ones. Adalo carries on her innovative spirit by enabling anyone to create computer programs and solve problems. |
| Where can I access Adalo's platform and resources? | Everything is available at Adalo.com, including the platform, blog, and all user-created apps. For documentation and help, you can visit help.adalo.com, or reach out directly via email at hello@adalo.com. |
| Has Adalo changed names before? | Yes, Adalo is actually the company's fourth name. The team has shared their experiences and lessons learned about startup naming in a dedicated article to help other founders avoid similar mistakes. |
