About Directus
Directus is an open-source data platform that wraps any SQL database with a real-time REST and GraphQL API and a no-code admin dashboard. It is used as a headless CMS, backend-as-a-service, and data management layer for both technical and non-technical teams.
Key Features
- Instant REST and GraphQL API
- Works with any SQL database
- No-code admin app / data studio
- Role-based access control
- File asset management
- Flows (visual automation engine)
- Self-hostable (Docker)
- Open-source (GPLv3)
Pros
- Open-source and self-hostable
- Database-agnostic (Postgres, MySQL, SQLite, etc.)
- Beautiful admin interface
- Both headless CMS and BaaS in one
Cons
- Requires more setup than Airtable for non-technical users
- Cloud pricing tiers can be confusing
- Documentation can lag behind features
Integrations
PostgreSQLMySQLSQLiteS3WebhooksCustom extensions
Best Use Cases
- Headless CMS for websites and apps
- Backend-as-a-service
- Internal data management dashboard
- API layer on legacy databases
Quick Info
- Website
- directus.io
- Founded
- 2016
- Company
- 10-50
- Pricing
- freemium
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