PocketBase • Database & Backend
Backend in a Single Portable File — Database, Auth & Realtime Ready
Complete SQLite database, real-time subscriptions, auth & file storage in a single 32MB file. Verified open-source alternative to Supabase ($25/mo), Firebase, AWS Amplify. Enjoy full offline privacy, zero subscriptions, and complete ownership.
6 Core Superpowers of PocketBase
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.
Why Pay Subscriptions? 100% Free & Open-Source.
A complete SQLite database, realtime subscriptions, file storage, and user authentication packaged in a single 32MB file.
Paid licenses & subscriptions in the commercial market
Permissive license, unlimited local usage on your PC
No cloud telemetry, no account locking, zero vendor spying
| Key Capability | PocketBase Full-Stack Backend (Open-Source) | Commercial Paid Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting & Server Cost | (Runs locally or on any VPS) | • - +/month ( - /yr) |
| Deployment Complexity | Single 32MB Executable (Zero Config) | •Complex multi-service cloud console |
| Realtime WebSockets | Built-in Realtime Event Subscriptions | •Metered connection limits & egress fees |
| Built-in Admin UI | Instant Visual Database Dashboard | •Requires separate studio software |
| Authentication Suite | OAuth2, Email/Password, Passkeys Included | •Charged per Monthly Active User (MAU) |
Download PocketBase-Setup.exe, run ./pocketbase serve, and manage your database through the instant admin dashboard at http://127.0.0.1:8090/_/.
Pure open-source software designed to break the dependency on complex, costly cloud provider server architectures.
Used as the ultra-fast local database backend powering DIGI BIZ OS offline state, CRM records, and local caching.
System Requirements & Technical Specs
Supported OS
Windows 10/11 (64-bit), Linux AMD64/ARM64, macOS
Processor (CPU)
Any modern 64-bit CPU (Ultra-efficient Go compiled binary)
System RAM
512 MB RAM Minimum (Runs comfortably on 35 MB RAM footprint)
GPU & Acceleration
Not required
Storage Footprint
32 MB for executable + SQLite database file storage
Runtime / Setup
Standalone Portable Executable (Zero external dependencies)
Verified Open-Source Trust & Provenance
Every software package in the Digi Biz OS hub is independently audited, virus-scanned, and transparently mapped to its official source repository.
MIT License
100% Free & Open-Source under MIT permissive licensing. No trial periods, no locked features, and no subscription traps.
Official Repository
Inspect raw source code, developer commit histories, and issue trackers directly on GitHub.
Zero Malware / Spyware
All binaries and scripts are verified against virus databases. Clean SHA-256 hash verified.
Curated by Digiformation
Curated and verified by Digiformation Ltd from official PocketBase releases. Tested for frictionless desktop installation on Windows 10/11.
Common Questions About PocketBase
Concise, factual answers regarding capabilities, licensing, offline reliability, and hardware compatibility.
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Need a Complete Business Management Platform on Top of Your Database?
PocketBase is the ideal lightweight database. DIGI BIZ OS provides the complete operational layer on top: pre-built client CRM, invoice generators, automated payment tracking, and desktop AI agents.
- Pre-built business schema for customer accounts, leads, and sales pipelines
- Integrated financial ledger and automated recurring invoice dispatching
- Complete ownership with zero monthly database infrastructure costs
- Instant desktop synchronization and hands-free voice query controls
Get PocketBase Free, Then Connect to DIGI BIZ OS
Enjoy full privacy, zero recurring subscriptions, and perpetual open-source freedom on your hardware.