PocketHost
Zero-config cloud hosting for PocketBase backends with instant provisioning
About PocketHost
PocketHost is a multi-tenant hosting platform purpose-built for PocketBase, the popular open-source backend-in-a-file. It removes all deployment complexity by offering one-click provisioning of PocketBase instances with automatic updates, backups, SSL certificates, and custom domain support. Each project gets its own subdomain on pockethost.io or can use a custom vanity domain. With built-in SQLite database, authentication, file storage, real-time updates, and a REST API, PocketHost gives indie developers and makers a complete backend infrastructure with zero DevOps overhead and an industry-leading 99.95% uptime guarantee.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Generous free tier perfect for side projects and MVPs
- Zero DevOps knowledge required — true one-click deployment
- PocketBase provides a complete backend in a single binary
- Lifetime Pro tier option available for heavy users
- 99.95% uptime SLA for production workloads
Cons
- Limited to PocketBase only — not a general-purpose PaaS
- SQLite-based storage may not suit high-write workloads
- Less flexibility than self-hosting PocketBase on your own VPS
- Relatively new platform with a smaller ecosystem
Key Features
Instant PocketBase Provisioning
Create a fully configured PocketBase backend in seconds with a custom subdomain — no server setup or CLI required
Automatic Backups & Updates
PocketBase instances are automatically updated to the latest version with regular backups to prevent data loss
Custom Domain Support
Map your own domain to any PocketBase instance for professional branding
Built-in Authentication
Leverage PocketBase's built-in auth system with email/password, OAuth2 providers, and API token authentication
Real-Time Subscriptions
Use PocketBase's real-time event system for live updates in your frontend via WebSocket connections
REST API & JavaScript SDK
Access your data through PocketBase's auto-generated REST API or the official JavaScript SDK
Pricing
- Limited instances
- PocketBase hosting
- SSL certificates
- Automatic updates
- Community support
- Up to 250 instances
- Custom domains
- Priority support
- Automatic backups
- All Free features
Best For
MVP Backend
Spin up a complete backend with auth, database, and file storage in minutes for validating your app idea
Side Project Hosting
Host multiple small projects on the free tier with dedicated PocketBase instances for each
Mobile App Backend
Use PocketBase's REST API and real-time subscriptions as a lightweight backend for mobile applications
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