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Data & Analytics•October 11, 2023•8 min read

PocketBase: Backend in a Single File

PocketBase provides a complete backend with database, auth, and file storage in one binary.

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PocketBase bundles backend functionality in a single executable. SQLite database with real-time subscriptions. Built-in authentication and file storage. Admin dashboard included.

Features

Collection-based data model. REST and real-time APIs generated. Authentication with multiple providers. File storage with image processing.

  • Define collections in admin UI
  • Use generated REST API or SDK
  • Subscribe to real-time changes
  • Configure authentication providers
  • Extend with Go hooks

Deployment

Single binary deployment. Runs anywhere Go runs. Horizontal scaling with LiteStream. Backup with simple file copy.

Tags

pocketbasebackendsqlitebaasself-hosted