PocketBase

Open SourceMIT

Backend in a single file with integrated database

Website

GitHub

pocketbase/pocketbase

Difficulty

● Easy

Last check

2026-08-10

Description

PocketBase is a lightweight open-source backend delivered as a single executable file. It includes an embedded SQLite database, real-time subscriptions, authentication, file storage, and an admin dashboard. Perfect for small to medium-sized projects that need a fast and straightforward backend.

Preview

PocketBase Preview

Platforms

WebLinuxWindowsmacOSDocker

Replaces the following proprietary tools

Firebase→PocketBase

Airtable→PocketBase

WordPress.com→PocketBase

Squarespace→PocketBase

Wix→PocketBase

Self-Hosting

PocketBase can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure. Visit the official documentation for installation instructions.

Documentation →

Categories

CMS & Website Builders API & Backend Frameworks

Tags

#backend#sqlite#einzel-datei#echtzeit#go#auth#leichtgewichtig#realtime

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