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What is PocketBase?
PocketBase is an open-source backend that ships as a single executable file. It bundles an embedded SQLite database, user authentication, file storage and a realtime subscription API behind an admin dashboard, so a small application can run its entire backend from one binary with no external services to set up.
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Key Features of PocketBase
Use Cases for PocketBase
Realtime Chat Application
Push new messages to connected clients over PocketBase’s WebSocket subscriptions.
SaaS MVP Backend
Stand up auth, database, file storage and an admin UI from a single binary on one server.
Mobile App Backend
Back a Flutter or React Native app with the official Dart and JavaScript SDKs, getting auth, file uploads and realtime subscriptions without writing a server.
Internal Tools and Dashboards
Model collections in the admin dashboard and read them live from a lightweight frontend.
Pros & Cons of PocketBase
Pros
- Ships as one self-contained binary with no external services to run
- Realtime subscriptions and auth built in rather than bolted on
- Simple and intuitive API generated from your collections
- Open-source and free to use
Cons
- Still pre-v1.0: the README warns backward compatibility is not guaranteed until v1.0.0
- Embedded SQLite scales up on a single server rather than across a cluster
- Custom server-side logic requires Go or JavaScript hooks
- Smaller ecosystem than long-established backend platforms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PocketBase?
PocketBase is an open-source realtime backend that runs from a single executable file, with an embedded SQLite database, authentication and file storage built in.
What platforms does PocketBase run on?
PocketBase is distributed as a single executable for Windows, macOS and Linux, and is consumed from any client through its REST and realtime APIs.
Is PocketBase free to use?
Yes, PocketBase is open-source and free to use.
Can I add custom logic to PocketBase?
Yes. PocketBase can be extended in Go or through JavaScript hooks running inside the same binary.
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