PocketBase Backend Server
Instant High-Speed Database, User Auth & Storage in 1 File — 100% Free
The ultimate open-source alternative to Firebase and Supabase. Launch an enterprise-grade SQLite database, real-time subscriptions, user authentication, and media storage in 1 click without complex cloud setup.
Version: Latest x64 • 32.9 MB • Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) • 100% Verified • PocketBase-Setup.exe
Core features & highlights
Instant SQLite Database (Zero Setup)
Blazing-fast embedded database handling 10,000+ requests per second with automatic schema migrations.
Built-In User Authentication & OAuth
Full user signup, login, password resets, and social OAuth (Google, GitHub, Apple) ready out-of-the-box.
Media & File Storage Engine
Securely upload, store, and serve user profile pictures, PDFs, and application assets with custom access rules.
Visual Web Admin Dashboard
Manage tables, inspect database records, and test API endpoints directly in your browser via an elegant GUI.
REST & Real-Time WebSockets API
Full SDK support for JavaScript/TypeScript, Dart/Flutter, Python, and Go with live data sync.
Save $300+/Year on Firebase & Supabase
Host your entire mobile app or web app backend for $0 on your own local PC or private cloud VPS.
PocketBase vs Firebase & Supabase
| PocketBase | Firebase Pro | Supabase Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $0 — Free forever | $300 / year | $300 / year |
| Self-hosting | 100% self-hosted & air-gapped | Proprietary cloud locked | Proprietary cloud locked |
| File size & complexity | Single 32 MB executable | Heavy Docker & multi-container setup | Heavy Docker & multi-container setup |
| Speed | Ultra-fast embedded SQLite (zero latency) | Remote cloud network latency | Remote cloud network latency |
What you need to run it
- Operating system: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit)
- RAM: 4 GB minimum (8 GB recommended for concurrent workloads)
- Storage: 100 MB free disk space (plus space for your database files)
- Network: localhost only for offline use, or public IP for team access
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