Supabase - Build in a weekend, scale to millions

Supabase Build in a weekend, scale to millions

What is Supabase?

Supabase revolutionizes backend development by providing a comprehensive suite of enterprise-grade tools built around PostgreSQL. The platform seamlessly integrates authentication, instant APIs, edge functions, real-time subscriptions, and storage capabilities into a unified solution.

Through its open-source architecture, developers can leverage powerful features including row-level security, vector embeddings, and materialized views while maintaining complete data portability and control. The platform's infrastructure is designed to scale from small projects to enterprise-level applications with millions of users.

Features

Postgres Database: Full-featured relational database with built-in authentication and row-level security
Authentication: User management system with multiple sign-in options and security features
Edge Functions: Serverless function deployment without infrastructure management
Storage: Large file storage system with CDN integration
Realtime: Real-time data synchronization with multiplayer support
Vector Embeddings: AI model integration for vector storage and search
Data APIs: Instant RESTful API generation
Custom Domains: Branded experience with custom domain support

Use Cases

Building scalable web applications
Developing real-time collaborative platforms
Creating secure authentication systems
Managing large-scale data storage
Implementing AI-powered search functionality
Deploying serverless applications
Building multiplayer games
Developing enterprise-grade applications

FAQs

Can I cap my usage to control costs?

Yes, Pro Plan has a spend cap enabled by default to keep costs under control. You can switch it off to scale beyond the plan's included quota.
What happens if I pause a free project?

Free projects are automatically paused after 1 week of inactivity, and there is a limit of 2 active projects.
What kind of support is available?

Support varies by plan - Free plan includes community support, Pro plan includes email support, and Team/Enterprise plans include priority support with SLAs.