Support for stale-while-revalidate in Cache API
The Netlify Cache API now has full support for stale-while-revalidate (SWR). This was a previous limitation of the Cache API that has now been lifted, thanks to a request from a customer. When using fetchWithCache with the swr option, background revalidation is handled automatically.
Also shipped Feb 27, 2026Netlify in February 2026 →
Dataflow support for the C4A machine series of Arm processors is now generally available
Dataflow support for the C4A machine series of Arm processors is now generally available. Arm-based VMs are optimized for power efficiency and can provide improved price-performance for many workloads. For more information, see Use Arm VMs on Dataflow .
What's new in Sigma
AI apps Call API action (Beta) You can create actions that call API endpoints in Sigma workbooks. This allows you to trigger workflows, enrich data, and interact with external systems without leaving Sigma. See Create actions that call API endpoints .
Access - Export MCP server portal logs with Logpush
Availability Only available on Enterprise plans. MCP server portals now supports Logpush integration. You can automatically export MCP server portal activity logs to third-party storage destinations or security information and event management (SIEM) tools for analysis and auditing.
Gateway - New protocols added for Gateway Protocol Detection (Beta)
Gateway Protocol Detection now supports seven additional protocols in beta: Protocol Notes IMAP Internet Message Access Protocol , email retrieval POP3 Post Office Protocol v3 , email retrieval SMTP Simple Mail Transfer Protocol , email sending MYSQL MySQL database wire protocol RSYNC-DAEMON rsync daemon protocol LDAP Lightweight Directory Access Protocol...
- Write support for the MCP server is now live: Users can now perform write operations via the MCP Server...
- Write support for the MCP server is now live: Users can now perform write operations via the MCP Server using the new query_rw tool. This enables programmatic data modification workflows in addition to read queries. Refer to the documentation and setup guide for read-only access for more details.
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Use Netlify Agent Runners from Linear
Linear users can now launch Netlify Agent Runners directly from any Linear issue, allowing you to seamlessly share context with your AI agent of choice. If you have your Linear issue synced with related Slack messages, this context will also be included in your agent run prompt. Before starting your agent run, you can review and edit your prompt.
Automatic PHP bot scan blocking now live on all plans
Netlify now automatically blocks bot scans targeting PHP paths across all plans , no configuration required. Previously, these bots generated noise in Observability logs and metrics. They showed up without a User-Agent header. Netlify now blocks them at the edge.
Gemini 3.1 Flash Image Preview now available in AI Gateway
Google's Gemini 3.1 Flash Image Preview, also known as Nano Banana 2, is now available through AI Gateway. You can call this image generation model from Netlify Functions without configuring API keys; the AI Gateway provides the connection to Google for you.
GPT-5.3-Codex now available in AI Gateway
OpenAI's GPT-5.3-Codex model is now available through Netlify's AI Gateway with zero configuration required. Use the OpenAI SDK directly in your Netlify Functions without managing API keys or authentication. The AI Gateway handles everything automatically.
Deploy Preview screenshots in agent runs
Starting today, all completed agent runs show a screenshot of your Deploy Preview. This makes it easier to quickly see the result of an agent run and keep track of agent run sessions without opening the full preview.
Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Preview now available in AI Gateway
Google’s Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Preview is now available through AI Gateway. You can call this model from Netlify Functions without configuring API keys; the AI Gateway provides the connection to Google for you.
GPT-5.3 Instant now available in AI Gateway
OpenAI’s GPT-5.3 Instant model is now available through Netlify’s AI Gateway with zero configuration required. Use the OpenAI SDK directly in your Netlify Functions without managing API keys or authentication. The AI Gateway handles everything automatically.
OpenAI GPT-5.4 and GPT-5.4 Pro Now Available in AI Gateway and Agent Runners
OpenAI’s GPT-5.4 and GPT-5.4 Pro models are now available through Netlify’s AI Gateway and Agent Runners with zero configuration required. Use the OpenAI SDK directly in your Netlify Functions without managing API keys or authentication. The AI Gateway handles everything automatically.