How do I deploy PocketBase (regular update) on Railway?

You can deploy PocketBase (regular update) on Railway by clicking the "Deploy Now" button on this page. Railway will automatically set up all the necessary services and configurations for you.

What are the system requirements?

Railway handles all the infrastructure requirements. You only need a web browser to deploy and manage your application.

Is this template free to use?

Yes, this template is free to use within your existing Railway account.

Can I customize this template?

Yes, you can fully customize this template. After deployment, you will have full control of what you've deployed in your Railway project.

How do I get support for this template?

You can get support through our community forum: pocket-base-regular-update-04c8a605, or join our Discord community for more assistance.

Deploy and Host PocketBase on Railway

PocketBase is an open-source backend solution delivered as a single executable file. It combines an embedded SQLite database, realtime subscriptions, built-in authentication, file storage, and an admin dashboard UI with a simple REST API—all in one portable package.

About Hosting PocketBase

Deploying PocketBase on Railway is straightforward since it's packaged as a single binary or Docker container. The deployment includes the database, API server, and admin dashboard in one unified service. PocketBase stores data in a SQLite file, making it perfect for small to medium applications and prototypes. Railway's persistent volumes ensure your database and uploaded files are preserved across deployments. You can configure environment variables for the admin email, password, port settings, and enable realtime features without complex infrastructure setup.

Common Use Cases

Rapid prototyping and MVP development with built-in authentication and database
Building mobile or web applications that need a simple backend with realtime capabilities
Self-hosted alternative to Firebase or Supabase for small to medium projects
Internal tools and admin panels with the built-in dashboard interface

Dependencies for PocketBase Hosting

Docker runtime (using the muchobien/pocketbase image)
Persistent volume storage for SQLite database and file uploads

Deployment Dependencies

Implementation Details

This template uses the ghcr.io/muchobien/pocketbase:latest Docker image. Required environment variables:

PORT=8090
PB_HOST=0.0.0.0
PB_PORT=8090
[email protected]
PB_ADMIN_PASSWORD=${{secret()}}

After deployment, access the admin dashboard at https://your-app.railway.app/_/ to manage collections, users, and settings. The REST API is available at the root URL for frontend integration.

Why Deploy PocketBase on Railway?

Railway is a singular platform to deploy your infrastructure stack. Railway will host your infrastructure so you don't have to deal with configuration, while allowing you to vertically and horizontally scale it.

By deploying PocketBase on Railway, you are one step closer to supporting a complete full-stack application with minimal burden. Host your servers, databases, AI agents, and more on Railway.