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Convex is a modern reactive backend platform that automatically keeps your application data in sync across all clients. It combines a database, serverless functions, and real-time subscriptions into a unified TypeScript-first development experience. What makes Convex unique is its reactive data model - when data changes on the server, all subscribed clients update automatically without manual refresh logic. You write TypeScript functions that run on the server, and Convex handles all the infrastructure, caching, and optimization. The platform includes built-in authentication, file storage, and scheduled tasks. Convex is particularly powerful for collaborative applications, real-time dashboards, and any app where data consistency across clients is critical. The developer experience is exceptional with full type safety end-to-end.
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What is Convex?
Convex is a modern reactive backend platform that automatically keeps your application data in sync across all clients. It combines a database, serverless functions, and real-time subscriptions into a unified TypeScript-first development experience. What makes Convex unique is its reactive data model - when data changes on the server, all subscribed clients update automatically without manual refresh logic. You write TypeScript functions that run on the server, and Convex handles all the infrastructure, caching, and optimization. The platform includes built-in authentication, file storage, and scheduled tasks. Convex is particularly powerful for collaborative applications, real-time dashboards, and any app where data consistency across clients is critical. The developer experience is exceptional with full type safety end-to-end.
Is Convex free to use?
Yes, Convex offers a free tier. Free tier + usage-based
What features does Convex offer?
Convex offers NoSQL database, authentication, file storage, cloud functions, real-time updates, REST API, and more.
Can I self-host Convex?
No, Convex is a Managed platform and cannot be self-hosted.
What is Convex best for?
Convex is particularly well-suited for real-time apps, collaborative tools, web apps, typescript developers.