Back4App
Launch your backend in minutes with no infrastructure hassles.
Overview
Back4App is a cloud platform that provides a low-code, managed backend solution, primarily built on the open-source Parse Platform. [1] It simplifies backend development by offering tools for database management, API creation, cloud code functions, and hosting. [26] It is designed to help developers build and scale applications faster without worrying about infrastructure management. [1, 26]
✨ Key Features
- Managed Parse Server Hosting
- Real-time Database (NoSQL)
- GraphQL and REST APIs
- Cloud Code Functions
- Push Notifications
- User Authentication
- Scalable Infrastructure
- AI-powered tools
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Specialized in hosting and managing the open-source Parse Platform.
- Offers a low-code approach to backend development.
- Strong focus on developer support and ease of use.
Unique Value: Combines the power and flexibility of the open-source Parse Platform with the convenience of a fully managed, scalable, and low-code cloud service.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Hosting and scaling Parse Server applications with ease.
- Building applications quickly using a low-code backend.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Projects requiring a relational (SQL) database
- Users who need to host their backend on-premise or on a different cloud provider
🏆 Alternatives
Provides a managed solution for Parse, removing the operational overhead required by self-hosting, while being more focused on the Parse ecosystem than general-purpose platforms like Firebase.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Dedicated and Enterprise plans tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free plan includes 25k requests, 250MB data storage, 1GB file storage.
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