Bolt.new - Full-Stack Apps from Prompts

Can I install npm packages in Bolt.new, or am I limited to what's pre-loaded?

Bolt.new runs a full Node.js environment in your browser via WebContainers, so you can install npm packages on demand just as you would locally. This means you are not locked into a preset library list; you can add dependencies as your app grows during development.

What happens to my app after I build it in Bolt.new, can I export the code or download it?

Bolt.new integrates with Git and GitHub, so you can push your generated codebase to a repository and work with it outside the browser if you need to. You can also deploy directly to Netlify with one click, though Bolt does not publish whether local file download is an option; check their site if offline access is critical to your workflow.

Does the free tier have a token limit that would stop me mid-build?

Yes, Bolt.new's free plan includes limited tokens, which means heavy or multi-step projects may hit a cap. The Pro plan at $20 per month removes token restrictions, so if you are building beyond quick prototypes, the paid tier is designed for sustained use.

Can Bolt.new generate apps with both frontend and backend, or just static sites?

Bolt.new generates full-stack applications including frontend, backend, database configuration, and deployment setup from a single prompt. The WebContainers environment lets you run Node.js backends and test the entire stack live in the browser before deployment.