supabase/supabase — The Postgres development platform. Supabase gives you a dedicated Postgres database to build your web, mobile, and AI applications.

What this page is

This is the front page of a code project called supabase/supabase. It explains what Supabase is and lists the tools it includes. Developers can sign up for the hosted version and start without installing anything. They can also run it on their own computers or servers.

Key features at a glance

• Hosted Postgres database for storing app data
• Login and permission tools (authentication and authorization)
• Automatic APIs, including REST and GraphQL
• Realtime updates that send database changes to apps
• Functions, file storage, and an AI and vector toolkit

Background for newcomers

Firebase is a popular service from Google that helps developers build apps without managing their own servers. Supabase aims to offer a similar experience. The big difference is that Supabase uses open source tools, which anyone can read, change, and run. Postgres is the main database under the hood. It has been developed for over 30 years and is known for being reliable.

Why it matters

Developers who want Firebase-style tools but do not want to be locked into one company can use Supabase. Because the tools are open source, teams can also host the platform themselves. This gives them more control over their data and their costs.

What to watch

• New major releases, which you can follow by watching the repository on GitHub
• Community help through the forum, GitHub Issues, email support, and Discord
• Updates to the documentation at supabase.com/docs