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Supabase

Open-source Postgres backend for building apps

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Supabase provides a hosted Postgres database with authentication, file storage and real-time APIs. It positions itself as an open-source alternative to Firebase.

  • Managed database
  • User authentication
  • File storage
  • Serverless functions
  • Realtime sync
  • Row-level security

Also includes

  • SQL database
  • Auto-generated APIs
  • Client SDKs
  • Vector search
  • Local development tools
  • Self-hosting
  • Database branching
  • Point-in-time recovery
  • Edge functions
  • Scheduled jobs
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Spending caps

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