Is Bubble Safe?
Bubble handles infrastructure security, but application security depends heavily on your privacy rules and API workflow configuration. Misconfigured apps are common and can expose all user data.
Visual Complexity Hides Security Gaps
Bubble's visual builder makes it easy to build complex apps, but the same complexity makes security misconfigurations hard to spot. Privacy rules, API workflows, and data type permissions all need careful configuration.
Common Security Issues
Missing Privacy Rules
Data types without privacy rules are accessible to anyone. Each data type needs explicit rules defining who can view, modify, and delete.
Exposed API Workflows
API workflows without authentication can be called by anyone with the URL. Sensitive operations must require authentication.
Plugin Vulnerabilities
Third-party plugins may have security flaws or access more data than necessary. Audit plugin permissions carefully.
Client-Side Logic
Conditional visibility doesn't mean security. Hidden elements can still be accessed. Use privacy rules for actual security.
Security Assessment
Strengths
- + Handles infrastructure security
- + Built-in user authentication
- + HTTPS on all apps
- + Privacy rules for data access
- + Regular platform security updates
Concerns
- - Privacy rules often misconfigured
- - API workflows may be unprotected
- - Complex permission logic is error-prone
- - Plugins may introduce vulnerabilities
- - Client-side logic can be bypassed
The Verdict
Bubble as a platform is safe. However, Bubble applications frequently have security issues due to misconfigured privacy rules and exposed API workflows. The visual builder's complexity can hide security gaps. Thoroughly test privacy rules for every data type and protect all sensitive API workflows with authentication.
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