What databases does Hasura support?

Hasura supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL Server, and BigQuery natively for instant GraphQL APIs. It can also integrate with other data sources via remote schemas.

Does Hasura handle authentication and authorization?

Hasura provides a powerful, declarative authorization engine that integrates with any authentication provider (e.g., Auth0, Firebase, custom JWTs) to enforce row and column-level access control.

Can I use Hasura with an existing backend?

Yes, Hasura can be used alongside existing backend services by stitching together their GraphQL APIs as 'remote schemas' or by using event triggers to connect to existing business logic.

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Hasura

Freemium

graphqlapi

Hasura is an open-source engine that supercharges backend development by instantly providing a production-ready GraphQL API for your data sources.

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Instant GraphQL APIs.

Hasura connects to your databases (like PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, and others) and instantly generates a real-time GraphQL API. This eliminates the need for manual API coding, allowing developers to build applications faster. It provides powerful features like real-time subscriptions, role-based access control, and remote schema stitching to integrate with existing services. Its core differentiation lies in its ability to provide a secure and scalable GraphQL API with zero boilerplate code, abstracting away the complexities of database interactions.

Pros

Rapid development of GraphQL APIs from existing databases without writing backend code.
Real-time data capabilities through GraphQL subscriptions for live data updates.
Robust authorization and access control system configurable for different user roles.

Cons

Can introduce a steep learning curve for developers unfamiliar with GraphQL or its specific abstractions.
Performance tuning can become complex for very large datasets or highly optimized database queries.
Requires a good understanding of database schemas and data modeling for optimal use and security configuration.

Key features

Instant GraphQL APIs
Real-time GraphQL Subscriptions
Declarative Authorization Engine
Remote Schema Stitching
Event Triggers

Integrations

PostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBSQL ServerREST APIsAuthentication providers (Auth0, Firebase)

Target audience

Frontend developers, backend developers, and startups looking to accelerate API development for web, mobile, and IoT applications.

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Active Users

50K+

Founded

2017

Headquarters

Bengaluru, India

Pricing Tiers

Cloud Free

For development and small projects, offering basic features and limited database connections.

Free

Cloud Standard

For growing applications, including more features, higher limits, and standard support.

$99/mo

Cloud Enterprise

For large-scale, production-critical applications with advanced features, dedicated support, and custom deployments.

Custom

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