Supabase

Supabase gives you a production-ready backend without building one from scratch. It's built on Postgres, which means you get a real relational database with full SQL support, not a proprietary data store you'll eventually outgrow. Every project comes with a suite of services that work together out of the box.

• Authentication handles email/password, magic links, OAuth providers, and row-level security so access rules live in the database itself.
• Auto-generated APIs create REST and GraphQL endpoints directly from your database schema, no manual wiring required.
• Realtime subscriptions let clients listen to database changes over websockets, useful for chat, dashboards, or collaborative tools.
• Edge Functions run TypeScript close to users without managing servers.
• Storage manages files with access policies tied to the same auth system.
• Vector embeddings support AI-powered search and retrieval, stored and queried inside Postgres using pgvector.

The dashboard includes a table editor, SQL editor, and a visual policy builder for row-level security, so you can manage most of your app without leaving the browser. It's aimed at developers who want Firebase-style convenience without giving up SQL or portability.

Compared to alternatives like Appwrite or PocketBase, Supabase leans harder into Postgres as the foundation. That means you can use any Postgres-compatible tool, run raw queries, add extensions, and migrate away if you need to. Self-hosting is supported for teams that need full control over their data.

Supabase holds SOC2 Type 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 certifications, which matters for teams building in regulated industries. The free tier is generous enough to prototype and ship small projects without a credit card.