Appwrite

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Appwrite is an open-source developer platform and cloud offering with Auth, Databases, Storage, Functions, Messaging, and Sites. The marketing site bundles build, deploy, and observability services under one subscription model with self-hosting options.

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Free access: Pricing FAQ references a Free plan with resource limits; detailed compare-plan quotas render on the pricing page.
API access: Platform markets automatic APIs across Auth, Databases, Storage, Functions, Messaging, and Sites.

Is Appwrite right for you?

A good fit for

Developers who want a Firebase-like backend they can self-host or run on Appwrite Cloud.

Before you choose

Prices and plan limits were not confirmed from the vendor; check their site before buying.

Open-source backend cloud

Appwrite.io positions a unified developer platform for auth, data, storage, functions, messaging, and sites with cloud pricing and self-hosting options.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

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Capability	Value	Evidence	Checked
Product scope	Homepage meta lists Auth, Databases, Storage, Functions, Messaging, and Sites in one platform.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Database compute	Pricing page lists dedicated database tiers starting at $10/mo for Micro compute.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Free plan FAQ	Pricing FAQ includes questions about resource limits on the Free and Pro plans.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04

Understand the total cost

Appwrite pricing & plans

Free

Pricing FAQ references a Free plan with resource limits; detailed compare-plan quotas render on the pricing page.

Access: Pricing FAQ references a Free plan with resource limits; detailed compare-plan quotas render on the pricing page.

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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Appwrite used for?

Does Appwrite have a free plan?

Pricing FAQ references a Free plan with resource limits; detailed compare-plan quotas render on the pricing page.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Appwrite cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Appwrite through an API?

Platform markets automatic APIs across Auth, Databases, Storage, Functions, Messaging, and Sites.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

Prices and plan limits were not confirmed from the vendor; check their site before buying.

Price history

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