feat(use-cases): add scaling your application use case MTA-6623

Author: SamyOubouaziz

pages/use-cases/application-hosting/scaling-your-application/index.mdx

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+---
+title: Scaling your application
+description: This page provides guidelines, tips, and best practices to deploy and scale your application using Scaleway products
+tags: deploy create scale scaling application app webapp autoscaling kubernetes instances serverless
+dates:
+  validation: 2025-11-18
+  posted: 2025-11-18
+---
+
+Scaleway offers scalable and secure hosting solutions to support your app development and deployment. Whether you're building a small prototype or a full-scale enterprise application, we have the resources you need.
+
+Choosing the right hosting strategy is key to ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability. Below are best practices and guidelines to help you scale your application effectively using Scaleway products.
+
+## Choose the Right Hosting Model for Your Use Case
+
+Different applications have different requirements in terms of scalability, control, and operational complexity. Consider the following deployment options based on your application’s needs:
+
+| Deployment Method               | Best For                                                  | Scalability | Management Overhead |
+|----------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|-------------|---------------------|
+| **Serverless Containers**        | Dynamic web apps, APIs, microservices                      | High        | Low                 |
+| **Instances (Virtual Machines)** | Full control, long-running workloads, custom configurations | Medium      | High                |
+| **Elastic Metal (Aluminium)**    | High-performance, predictable workloads, low-latency apps  | High        | High                |
+| **Object Storage + Edge**        | Static websites, frontend assets, serverless front-ends     | High        | Very Low            |
+
+<Message type="tip">
+For most modern web applications, we recommend starting with **Serverless Containers** or **Instances** depending on whether you prefer abstraction over infrastructure or full control.
+</Message>
+
+## Best Practices for Scaling Applications
+
+### Use Auto-Scaling Where Possible
+When deploying with **Serverless Containers**, your application automatically scales to zero when idle and scales out under load, optimizing cost and performance. This is ideal for variable or unpredictable traffic.
+
+<Message type="tip">
+Structure your app to be stateless and rely on external services (like Managed Databases for PostgreSQL and MySQL or Object Storage) for persistence to make scaling seamless.
+</Message>
+
+### Leverage Edge Services for Global Performance
+Pair your application with **Scaleway Edge Services** to cache responses at the edge, reducing latency and backend load. This is especially effective for content-heavy or globally accessed applications.
+
+<Message type="tip">
+Use Edge TLS pipelines to secure and accelerate traffic to your app or static assets.
+</Message>
+
+### Separate Concerns: Frontend and Backend
+Deploy frontend and backend components independently:
+- Host static frontends (React, Vue, etc.) on **Object Storage** with **Edge** for fast global delivery.
+- Run backend APIs in **Serverless Containers** or **Instances** for dynamic processing.
+
+<Message type="tip">
+Independent scaling, faster iteration, and improved security.
+</Message>
+
+### Automate Deployment and CI/CD
+Use Scaleway Container Registry and integrate with your CI/CD pipeline to automate image building and deployment. This ensures consistent, repeatable deployments.
+
+<Message type="tip">
+Tag your container images semantically and use deployment hooks to minimize downtime.
+</Message>
+
+### Monitor and Optimize
+Use monitoring tools to track CPU, memory, and request metrics. Scaleway provides integration points for observability solutions.
+
+<Message type="tip">
+Set up alerts for high load or error rates to proactively manage performance.
+</Message>
+
+### Secure Your Application
+- Always enable HTTPS using **Edge Services** or load balancers.
+- Use private networks and security groups to restrict access to backends and databases.
+- Regularly update and patch your environments, especially on **Instances** and **Elastic Metal**.