PostgreSQL
Scalable and reliable database
What is Supabase?
Supabase is the open-source platform that gives you all the tools to build modern applications: PostgreSQL database, authentication, storage, realtime subscriptions, and edge functions.
50K+
Active projects
100%
Open Source
20+
Auth providers
8+
Official SDKs
What's included
What's Included
Integrated Auth
Complete authentication out-of-the-box
Storage
File storage with global CDN
Realtime
Subscriptions and notifications in real time
Edge Functions
Serverless functions at the edge
Dashboard
Intuitive management interface
REST & GraphQL API
Automatically generated APIs
Automatic Backup
Point-in-time recovery available
Deep dive
Supabase Features
Everything you need to build modern applications, in one place.
Database (PostgreSQL)
Complete PostgreSQL database with all popular extensions and SQL editor interface.
- pgvector for AI/ML
- PostGIS for geo
- Full-text search
- Foreign data wrappers
Authentication
Complete authentication system with support for email, social logins, and SSO.
- Email/password
- Magic links
- OAuth providers
- SAML SSO (Enterprise)
Storage
S3-compatible object storage for files with CDN and image transformations.
- Resumable uploads
- Image transformations
- Access policies
- CDN caching
Realtime
WebSocket subscriptions for real-time synchronization between clients.
- Postgres changes
- Broadcast
- Presence
- Database triggers
Edge Functions
Globally deployed serverless functions for minimal latency.
- Deno runtime
- TypeScript native
- Global distribution
- Secrets management
Auto-generated APIs
REST and GraphQL APIs automatically generated from your database schema.
- PostgREST
- pg_graphql
- OpenAPI docs
- Type generation
Use cases
Perfect For Any Application
From MVPs to enterprise applications, Supabase scales with you.
SaaS Applications
Complete backend for SaaS platforms with multi-tenancy and authentication.
User managementSubscription billingTeam collaborationAPI backends
Mobile Apps
Fast backend for iOS and Android applications with offline-sync.
React NativeFlutterSwift/KotlinPWA
E-commerce
Manage products, orders, users, and payments in real time.
Product catalogCart & checkoutOrder trackingInventory
AI & ML Apps
Vector embeddings and semantic search with integrated pgvector.
RAG applicationsSemantic searchRecommendationsChatbots
Comparison
Supabase vs Firebase
Why more and more developers choose Supabase.
| Feature | Supabase | Firebase |
|---|---|---|
| Database | PostgreSQL (SQL) | Firestore (NoSQL) |
| Queries | Full SQL, JOINs | Limited, no JOINs |
| Data modeling | Relational, flexible | Document-based |
| Vendor lock-in | Open source, portable | Google lock-in |
| Self-hosting | Yes, complete | No |
| Pricing | Predictable | Pay-per-read/write |
| Extensions | pgvector, PostGIS, etc. | Limited |
| Row Level Security | Native in DB | Separate security rules |
Auth
Authentication Providers
Complete authentication with email, social logins, and enterprise SSO.
Email
Google
GitHub
Apple
Discord
Twitter
Microsoft
Slack
Notion
LinkedIn
Phone/SMS
SAML SSO
SDK
Official SDKs
Integrate Supabase into any tech stack with native SDKs.
JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
Dart/Flutter
Swift
Kotlin
C#
Go
Works perfectly with Next.js, Nuxt, SvelteKit, React Native, Flutter, and more.
Pricing
Plans and Pricing
Scalable from MVP to enterprise. No growth limits.
Custom pricing for your project
We configure your Supabase instance based on your needs — RAM, storage, DB connections and scaling. Contact us for a quote.
Free DemoPostgreSQL
Technical Specifications
PostgreSQL15.x
DB ConnectionsDirect & Pooling
Row Level SecurityEnabled
Extensionspgvector, PostGIS, etc.
Auth Providers20+ providers
StorageS3-compatible
Edge FunctionsDeno Runtime
SLA Uptime99.9%
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Supabase hosting at HostLife.
What is Supabase and how does it differ from Firebase?
Supabase is an open-source alternative to Firebase, built on PostgreSQL. Main differences: full SQL vs limited NoSQL, no vendor lock-in, self-hosting possible, predictable pricing, and powerful extensions (pgvector for AI, PostGIS for geo).
Can I migrate from Firebase to Supabase?
Yes! Supabase offers migration tools for Firestore. We can help you plan and execute the migration to minimize downtime. Contact us for assistance.
Which PostgreSQL extensions are available?
We offer all popular extensions: pgvector (AI embeddings), PostGIS (geographic data), pg_cron (scheduled jobs), pg_stat_statements (query analytics), uuid-ossp, and many more. You can request any extension to be enabled.
How does authentication work?
Supabase Auth offers a complete system: email/password, magic links, OAuth with 20+ providers (Google, GitHub, Apple, etc.), phone/SMS, and SAML SSO for Enterprise. Row Level Security allows granular row-level control in the database.
What is pgvector and how can I use it for AI?
pgvector is a PostgreSQL extension for storing and searching vector embeddings. Perfect for: semantic search, RAG applications, recommendations, and chatbots with memory. Works natively with OpenAI, Cohere, or any embedding model.
Is there a database connection limit?
We offer connection pooling with Supavisor to efficiently manage connections. Plans include a generous number of direct connections, and pooling allows scaling to thousands of simultaneous connections.
How does backup and disaster recovery work?
We perform automatic daily backups with 7-30 day retention (depending on the plan). Point-in-time recovery (PITR) is available for Pro and Enterprise plans, allowing restoration to any point in time.
Can I use Supabase with my favorite framework?
Yes! Supabase has official SDKs for JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Dart/Flutter, Swift, and Kotlin. Works perfectly with Next.js, Nuxt, SvelteKit, React Native, and any other framework.