Build faster with TrailBase
A single-executable backend for your mobile, web, or desktop application with sub-millisecond performance
Why TrailBase?
TrailBase simplifies backend development by combining essential services into a single, performant executable. No more managing separate services for auth, database, APIs, and realtime updates.Sub-millisecond Performance
Built on Rust, Axum, and SQLite for blazing fast response times that eliminate the need for dedicated caches
Type-Safe APIs
Automatically generated REST APIs with JSON Schema validation and TypeScript types
Realtime Subscriptions
WebSocket-based realtime data sync for live updates across all connected clients
Built-in Authentication
Complete auth system with OAuth providers, user management, and session handling
WebAssembly Runtime
Extend functionality with custom endpoints and server-side rendering using WASM
Admin Dashboard
Visual interface for managing data, users, and configuration without writing code
Quick Start
Get TrailBase running in under a minute:Key Features
Single Executable
Deploy a complete backend as one binary with no dependencies or shared library issues
SQLite Database
Powerful relational database with vector search and geospatial support built-in
8 Client SDKs
Official libraries for TypeScript, Dart, Python, Rust, C#, Swift, Kotlin, and Go
Database Migrations
Version-controlled schema changes with automatic validation and rollback support
File Uploads
Built-in file upload handling with object storage integration
Background Jobs
Schedule and run background tasks with cron-like syntax
Use Cases
TrailBase is perfect for building:- Mobile Apps: Native iOS and Android apps with Flutter or Swift/Kotlin
- Web Applications: Full-stack web apps with React, Vue, or vanilla JavaScript
- Desktop Applications: Cross-platform desktop apps with Electron or Tauri
- Prototypes: Rapid MVP development with minimal setup
- Internal Tools: Admin dashboards and internal services
- IoT Applications: Edge computing with minimal resource footprint
Community & Support
Documentation
Comprehensive guides and API reference
GitHub
Star us on GitHub and contribute to the project
FAQ
Common questions and answers
Benchmarks
Performance comparisons with other backends