tanstack-router

Create type-safe file-based React routes with TanStack Router.

Updated Feb 6, 2026
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

TanStack Router provides a structured approach to building scalable, type-safe file-based routes for React apps, reducing routing errors and boilerplate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Type-safe, file-based routing with support for static and dynamic routes.
  • Route loaders and TanStack Query integration for data fetching and caching.
  • Built-in error handling, guards (beforeLoad), and per-route configuration for robust apps.
  • Use cases include SPAs with TypeScript routing, migrations from legacy routing patterns, and deployments with Vite/Docker.

Quick Start

Create a file-based route at src/routes using createFileRoute exports and mount it with a TanStack Router instance.

Frequently Asked Questions about tanstack-router

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I set up type-safe file-based routing for a React SPA?

Type-safe file-based routing is set up by creating route files in src/routes using createFileRoute exports and mounting them with a TanStack Router instance. This enforces strict TypeScript typing for static and dynamic routes.

Can I integrate TanStack Query for data fetching in my React routes?

Yes, TanStack Router integrates with TanStack Query for data fetching and caching. Route loaders handle data retrieval before rendering, ensuring robust state management and reducing boilerplate.

How do route guards and error boundaries work in TypeScript React routing?

Route guards use the beforeLoad configuration to block navigation, while built-in error boundaries catch rendering errors. Per-route configuration applies these guards and boundaries to secure and stabilize application flows.

What is the best way to migrate legacy React routing patterns to a structured file-based approach?

Migrating to a structured file-based approach involves replacing ad-hoc routing with createFileRoute exports. This reduces routing errors and boilerplate by organizing routes as files within a scalable architecture.

Does TanStack Router support deployments with Vite and Docker?

Yes, TanStack Router supports deployments with Vite and Docker. It applies to building SPAs with TypeScript, ensuring type-safe routing configurations remain intact across these build and deployment tools.

Why should I use file-based routing over ad-hoc routing in TypeScript?

File-based routing reduces the risks of ad-hoc routing by enforcing type safety and organizing routes as files. This minimizes runtime routing errors and boilerplate while scaling React applications.