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Convex - Self-Hosted Backend Platform

Backend Alternative to Firebase

Convex provides a reactive backend platform with database, server functions, and real-time sync, and can be self-hosted for full infrastructure control.

Key Features

  • Reactive backend model
  • Built-in database
  • Server function runtime
  • Real-time client sync
  • Developer-focused DX
  • Self-hosted deployment path

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Convex - Self-Hosted Backend Platform user interface

Convex offers an integrated backend model where database state, function execution, and client updates are tied together in a real-time workflow.

Key Features

  • Reactive Data Flow: Push updates to clients when backend state changes.
  • Integrated Database Layer: Manage application data without stitching many services.
  • Backend Functions: Build app logic in a platform-managed runtime.
  • Live Sync Behavior: Support collaborative and dynamic app experiences.
  • Developer-Friendly Experience: Focus on shipping features over backend plumbing.
  • Self-Hosting Option: Run the stack on your own infrastructure.

Why Choose Convex?

  • You want a Firebase-like developer workflow with more control.
  • You build apps that rely on real-time state synchronization.
  • You prefer a single cohesive backend system.

Docker Deployment

Self-hosted Convex deployments should include persistent data storage, secret management, and edge/reverse-proxy access control.

Getting Started

  1. Deploy Convex backend services.
  2. Configure runtime environment and auth strategy.
  3. Connect your frontend app.
  4. Validate real-time behavior under normal traffic.

Full Setup Guide

Use this complete guide: Convex Self-Host Guide.

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