PocketBase 0.40.6 for Mac
Mac UtilitiesPocketBase is an open source backend that ships as a single executable file, made for developers who want to start a project quickly on their Mac. It bundles a database, user authentication, file storage and an admin dashboard into one small program. You run it locally while you build, then place the same file on a server when you are ready.
Key Features
- Embedded SQLite database with a friendly admin dashboard in your browser
- User accounts with email login and popular social sign in providers
- File storage for uploads, with image thumbnails created on request
- Real time subscriptions so app screens update when records change
- REST style API plus official client libraries for common app frameworks
How to Download
- Open the official PocketBase website: Download from the official site
- Download the macOS archive that matches your Intel or Apple silicon Mac
- Extract the file, run it from Terminal and open the admin address it prints
System Requirements
PocketBase runs on current macOS versions, with downloads offered for both Intel and Apple silicon Macs. It is a single file and needs no separate database server.
FAQs
Is PocketBase free to use?
Yes. PocketBase is open source under the MIT licence, so you can use it in personal and commercial projects without licence fees.
Do I need to install a database separately?
No. The database is built into the single file, and your data is stored in a data folder created next to the program.
Is PocketBase ready for large production apps?
It is still before version 1.0, and the project advises checking release notes when upgrading. Many developers use it happily for small and medium projects.
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