What is Astro?

Answer

About Astro

Astro is the web framework for content-driven websites.

The web framework for content-driven websites. Astro is a modern static site builder that ships zero JS by default but supports React, Vue, Svelte, and Solid components when needed.

Source

This answer is drawn from the Astro listing on Startup Spotlight, last updated May 20, 2026. For the full profile, see the Astro listing.

Other questions about Astro

• Who founded Astro?

  Astro was founded by Fred K. Schott.

• When was Astro launched?

  Astro launched in 2021.