Built with Trae? Deploy it to Heroku.
Step-by-step deployment help for Trae-built apps on Heroku. We fix deployment issues, configure Heroku correctly, and get your app live in production. From $19.
Trae issues we fix before deploying
Problems specific to Trae's code generation that affect Heroku deployments.
Chinese-language comments and variable names in generated code
Trae occasionally generates inline comments or even variable names in Chinese, particularly for UI-related code, which creates readability issues for teams that operate in English and can complicate code review.
Missing authentication on generated API routes and backend endpoints
Like many AI code generators, Trae creates backend routes without authentication middleware, leaving all endpoints publicly accessible. This is a critical issue for any app handling user data.
Inconsistent coding style across components in the same project
Trae may switch between different state management patterns (useState vs. Pinia vs. Vuex), component styles, or file organization conventions across files in the same generation session, requiring normalization before merging.
Error handling in generated code is immature compared to more established tools
As a newer tool, Trae's error handling patterns are less consistent than Cursor or Copilot — generated code often omits catch blocks on async operations and lacks UI feedback for error states.
Heroku deployment issues we check for
Common Heroku problems that break AI-generated apps in production.
Free dyno sleeping causes cold starts
Eco and Basic dynos sleep after 30 minutes of inactivity. AI-generated apps with webhook receivers or background jobs break when the dyno is asleep.
Ephemeral filesystem loses uploaded files
AI tools save user uploads and generated files to the local filesystem, but Heroku's ephemeral FS wipes all changes on every dyno restart or deploy.
Database connection pool exhaustion
Heroku Postgres plans have strict connection limits (20 on Hobby). AI-generated apps open a new connection per request, exhausting the pool under moderate traffic.
Procfile missing or incorrect
AI-generated projects lack a Procfile, causing Heroku to guess the start command. For non-standard setups, this guess is often wrong.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Trae project before deploying to Heroku.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
Can you deploy a Trae-built app to Heroku?
Yes. We regularly deploy Trae-generated projects to Heroku. We handle the platform-specific configuration, fix deployment errors, and ensure your app runs reliably in production on Heroku.
What Heroku issues do Trae projects typically have?
Trae projects commonly have chinese-language comments and variable names in generated code and missing authentication on generated api routes and backend endpoints. When deploying to Heroku, these combine with platform-specific issues like free dyno sleeping causes cold starts and ephemeral filesystem loses uploaded files.
How do I get my Trae project live on Heroku?
Start with our code audit ($19) to get a prioritized list of deployment blockers. For Trae-built projects targeting Heroku, the typical path is: fix Trae-specific code issues, configure Heroku settings correctly, then deploy. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.
Can you handle the full deployment of my Trae app to Heroku?
Yes. We handle end-to-end deployment: auditing your Trae codebase, fixing deployment blockers, configuring Heroku correctly, setting up environment variables, and getting your app live in production. Start with our code audit ($19).
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