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Fauna

Distributed document-relational database with GraphQL

Fully Managed BaaSFree Tier AvailableServerless-first
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Overview

Fauna is a distributed database delivered as a serverless cloud API, combining the flexibility of NoSQL with the consistency of relational databases. It's a unique hybrid - you get document storage with relational capabilities, strong ACID transactions, and global distribution without the operational complexity. Fauna natively supports GraphQL, FQL (Fauna Query Language), and traditional document queries. What sets Fauna apart is its temporal database features - every document maintains its complete history, enabling time-travel queries and audit trails. The database automatically handles multi-region replication, provides single-digit millisecond response times globally, and scales to zero when not in use. With built-in authentication, user-defined functions, and a generous free tier, Fauna is perfect for modern serverless applications. It eliminates the need for database administration while providing enterprise-grade features. Popular for serverless apps, Jamstack sites, and applications requiring global low-latency access.

Features

Database: NoSQL
Authentication
File Storage
Cloud Functions
Realtime
GraphQL
REST API
Self-Hosted

Tech Stack

CalvinGraphQL

Best For

Serverless appsJamstackGlobal appsAudit trails

Pricing

Free Tier:Yes
Starting Price:$0
Model:Free tier + usage-based

Details

Deployment:Managed
Founded:2012
Backed By:Venture-backed

Compliance

SOC 2GDPRHIPAA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fauna

What is Fauna?

Fauna is a distributed database delivered as a serverless cloud API, combining the flexibility of NoSQL with the consistency of relational databases. It's a unique hybrid - you get document storage with relational capabilities, strong ACID transactions, and global distribution without the operational complexity. Fauna natively supports GraphQL, FQL (Fauna Query Language), and traditional document queries. What sets Fauna apart is its temporal database features - every document maintains its complete history, enabling time-travel queries and audit trails. The database automatically handles multi-region replication, provides single-digit millisecond response times globally, and scales to zero when not in use. With built-in authentication, user-defined functions, and a generous free tier, Fauna is perfect for modern serverless applications. It eliminates the need for database administration while providing enterprise-grade features. Popular for serverless apps, Jamstack sites, and applications requiring global low-latency access.

Is Fauna free to use?

Yes, Fauna offers a free tier. Free tier + usage-based

What features does Fauna offer?

Fauna offers NoSQL database, authentication, file storage, cloud functions, GraphQL API, REST API, and more.

Can I self-host Fauna?

No, Fauna is a Managed platform and cannot be self-hosted.

What is Fauna best for?

Fauna is particularly well-suited for serverless apps, jamstack, global apps, audit trails.