Databases & BaaS
⚡ Alternative to Firebase / AWS RDS →
Supabase
Open source Firebase alternative providing PostgreSQL, Auth, Instant APIs, Realtime subscriptions, and Storage.
Pricing Model
Free access; limits may apply
Free Tier Allowance500MB DB, 50k monthly active users, 1GB storage
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Self-Host in 60 Seconds (docker-compose.yml)
services:
supabase-db:
image: supabase/postgres:15.1.1.78
container_name: supabase-db
restart: unless-stopped
ports:
- "5432:5432"
environment:
POSTGRES_PASSWORD: postgres
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💬 Frequently Asked Questions (AI & Developer Summary)
What free access does Supabase offer? ▼
500MB DB, 50k monthly active users, 1GB storage
What makes Supabase a free alternative to Firebase / AWS RDS? ▼
Supabase provides core developer capabilities comparable to Firebase / AWS RDS while prioritizing free access, open-source transparency, and avoiding proprietary subscription paywalls.
What are the authentication and access requirements for Supabase? ▼
See the official site for authentication and access requirements.