Which Big Brands Use Laravel? (and why!)

We’ve been using Laravel for close to 10 years, and in that time, Laravel has grown from a cult hero into a respected enterprise framework that helps developers do what developers do best - ship.

Some of the biggest brands worldwide rely on Laravel to keep their platforms running smoothly.

Here’s a look at some larger websites using Laravel and why they may have chosen it.

1. 9GAG

9GAG is a massive online hub for memes, viral content, and internet culture. With millions of users engaging daily, the site requires a framework that can handle high traffic and fast content delivery. Laravel’s built-in caching, queue management, and API capabilities make it an excellent fit for this type of platform.

Why Laravel?

1. Efficient caching to keep content delivery fast

2. Queue management to handle high traffic smoothly

3. A structured, scalable framework to support millions of users

2. Alison

Alison is a global online learning platform offering free courses across industries like IT and business. The company needed a robust framework for managing user authentication, online payments, and course content distribution. Laravel provided everything they needed, from secure user management to flexible e-commerce integration.

Why Laravel?

1. Authentication and role management for students and educators

2. Secure payment gateway integrations

3. Scalable architecture to support a growing global audience

3. The BBC (Microservices & Internal Tools)

The BBC, one of the world’s most trusted media organisations, leverages Laravel for some of its internal tools and microservices. Large-scale organisations like the BBC often use multiple systems to manage workflows, and Laravel’s API-friendly structure makes it an excellent choice for handling backend processes and data management.

Why Laravel?

1. API-first approach for seamless integrations

2. Strong package ecosystem for content and data management

3. Flexible architecture for modular applications

4. Pfizer (Various Projects)

Global pharmaceutical company Pfizer has used Laravel for multiple internal tools and applications. When managing sensitive data, security and maintainability are critical, and Laravel’s built-in security features (like CSRF protection and encryption) make it a solid choice.

Why Laravel?

1. Security features like encryption and CSRF protection

2. Strong database management with Laravel’s Eloquent ORM

3. Multi-language support for global applications

5. TourRadar

TourRadar, an online travel agency specializing in multi-day tours, relies on Laravel to handle real-time booking systems, user-generated reviews, and payment gateways. With thousands of transactions happening daily, Laravel’s MVC structure helps keep the codebase organised and scalable.

Why Laravel?

1. MVC structure for maintainability and scalability

2. Secure payment gateway support

3. Real-time data handling for live bookings

Why Big Brands Choose Laravel

Looking at these companies, it’s clear Laravel is a go-to framework for businesses that need reliability, scalability, and security.

Here’s why it works so well:

Rapid Development - Laravel’s syntax and structure help developers build fast.

Scalability - Laravel supports caching, queue systems, and microservices, ensuring it can handle growth.

Security - Built-in features like authentication and encryption make Laravel enterprise-ready.

Strong Ecosystem - Laravel’s tools (like Horizon, Passport, and Nova) simplify complex development.

Community Support - Laravel has an active, engaged community that contributes to its ongoing success.

Thinking About Laravel for Your Next Project?

At Steadfast Collective, we specialise in building custom Laravel applications that help businesses grow. Whether you’re launching a new platform, upgrading an existing system, or integrating with third-party tools, we’re here to help.

Let’s talk about how Laravel can power your next project.

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