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Directus

Directus is a highly versatile backend solution that transforms your SQL database into a powerful headless CMS, dynamic admin panel, or custom application interface. It offers instant APIs, robust authentication, and a customizable UI to streamline data management and accelerate development.

Directus is the open source alternative to:
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About Directus

Directus enables developers to build and manage backend systems effortlessly by turning any SQL database into a fully featured headless CMS. It provides visual data modeling, instant REST and GraphQL APIs, policy-based authentication, advanced file management, and dynamic workflow automation. The platform adapts to a wide range of projects from content management and eCommerce to learning systems, ensuring high performance and total data control.

Key Features

  • Transforms existing SQL databases into headless CMS and dynamic admin panels
  • Instant REST and GraphQL API generation for rapid integration
  • Visual data modeling and customizable UI with white labeling
  • Robust authentication, granular permissions, and real-time updates
  • Extensible workflows and automation for enhanced productivity
  • Advanced file handling including image transformations and S3 compatible storage

Pricing

Starter
$15/Monthly (Billed Annually)

Best for static site CMS projects and small personal projects.

Features:
  • 1 Studio User Included
  • 5,000 DB Entries
  • 50,000 API Requests
Professional
$99/Monthly (Billed Annually)

Ideal for development, staging, and early production projects.

Features:
  • 5 Studio Users Included
  • 75,000 DB Entries
  • 250,000 API Requests
Enterprise

Tailored for large projects with robust security, scale, and support needs.

Features:
  • Custom Studio Users
  • Custom DB Entries
  • Custom API Requests
  • Multiple Environments
  • Premium Support and SLAs

Representation of core functionalities

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Summary

Directus empowers teams to innovate without backend constraints, delivering a flexible, customizable solution for managing complex data and building dynamic applications. Its rich feature set enhances productivity, security, and collaboration while catering to projects of any scale.

Adrian
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Adrian
Mar 9, 2025Updated1 min read
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