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Payload

Open-source Next.js-native headless CMS

Payload is a TypeScript headless CMS and app framework that installs directly into a Next.js app.

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Pricing: Free

Platforms: Self-hosted, Web

Categories: Developer Tools, Self-Hosted

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Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Payload	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Web
Directus	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Strapi	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Webstudio	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Wagtail	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted
TinaCMS	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Keystatic	Free	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted

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Questions

Is Payload free?

Payload is free.

Is Payload open source?

Yes, Payload is open source.

Can Payload be self-hosted?

Yes, you can run Payload on your own server.

What platforms does Payload run on?

Payload is available for Self-hosted, Web.

What are some alternatives to Payload?

Similar indie products include Directus, Strapi, Webstudio, Wagtail and 4 more.

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