The backend your whole team can use.
Directus gives you a simple, visual dashboard where you and your team can manage content, files, and data — all without writing a single line of code. Whether you're updating a website, powering a mobile app, or organizing business data, Directus makes it easy for everyone on your team to contribute.
What makes Directus worth launching.
Manage all your content — blog posts, products, images, and more — through a clean, intuitive interface that anyone on your team can use.
Translate content, generate descriptions, and create records using an AI assistant that works right inside your dashboard.
Upload, organize, and transform images and files on the fly — resize images, convert formats, and keep your media library tidy.
Set up review and approval steps so content goes through the right people before going live — no more email ping-pong.
Control exactly who can see, edit, or publish what — from editors and reviewers to admins and external partners.
Create automated workflows that send emails, update records, or trigger actions when certain conditions are met.
If you fit one of these, Directus is probably built for you.
Practical scenarios where Directus makes a real difference.
Manage pages, blog posts, and media for your website from one place — without needing a developer to make every update.
Store and manage product information, pricing, images, and inventory data for your online store or marketplace.
Turn scattered spreadsheets and documents into a structured, searchable database that your whole team can access and update.
Write content once and use the built-in translation tools to publish it in multiple languages — no extra plugins needed.
Directus is a powerful content management platform that puts your data in a clean, easy-to-use dashboard. Think of it as a control center for all your digital content — website pages, blog posts, product catalogs, images, videos, and more. Unlike traditional tools that force you into a rigid structure, Directus adapts to how you work. Your team can create, edit, and organize content without needing help from developers. It comes with built-in tools for managing files, setting user permissions, automating repetitive tasks, and even translating content into multiple languages. Teams at companies like Tripadvisor, Copa Airlines, and Weber Grills use Directus to keep their content organized and their teams moving fast.
Directus is the all-in-one content platform that lets your whole team work together on the same data. Content editors love the simple dashboard where they can update pages and manage files without waiting on developers. Teams love that they can set up custom permissions, approval workflows, and automation rules — all without leaving the app. With a built-in AI assistant, smart file management, and support for multiple languages, Directus gives you everything you need to manage content at scale. It's used by major brands like Tripadvisor, Copa Airlines, and Weber Grills to keep their digital content running smoothly.
No per-seat pricing
Add your whole team for one flat fee.
Your data stays yours
Nothing passes through a third-party cloud.
Use your own domain
Run it on yourdomain.com with free SSL.
No terminal. No config. No docs.
Workflow automation
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Monitors, fixes & deploys 24/7
One platform. Every app. No surprises.
Your own private server — no shared hosting, no slowdowns.
Deploy Directus and as many other apps as you want — no per-app charges, ever.
Full ownership. No third-party access. Export anytime.
Unlimited apps, unlimited users, unlimited traffic. One bill.
SSL, backups, and updates run automatically behind the scenes.
Cancel anytime. Take your data with you. No questions asked.
What others charge for just the empty server.
Server costs only. Prices checked June 2026.
4 vCPU cores, 8 GB RAM, 150 GB storage
A solid place to start
| Provider | Their price | You save |
|---|---|---|
| DigitalOcean | $48/mo | $29 (60%) |
| Vultr | $40/mo | $21 (53%) |
| Linode | $48/mo | $29 (60%) |
| AWS Lightsail | $84/mo | $65 (77%) |
| Google Cloud E2 | $103.45/mo | $84.45 (82%) |
8 vCPU cores, 24 GB RAM, 400 GB storage
The sweet spot for most people
| Provider | Their price | You save |
|---|---|---|
| DigitalOcean | $144/mo | $95 (66%) |
| Vultr | $144/mo | $95 (66%) |
| Linode | $192/mo | $143 (74%) |
| AWS Lightsail | $164/mo | $115 (70%) |
| Google Cloud E2 | $231.17/mo | $182.17 (79%) |
16 vCPU cores, 64 GB RAM, 600 GB storage
For power users
| Provider | Their price | You save |
|---|---|---|
| DigitalOcean | $384/mo | $285 (74%) |
| Vultr | $320/mo | $221 (69%) |
| Linode | $384/mo | $285 (74%) |
| AWS Lightsail | $384/mo | $285 (74%) |
| Google Cloud E2 | $474.53/mo | $375.53 (79%) |
Prices checked June 2026. Excludes taxes, credits, backups, bandwidth.
Everything you need to know about launching Directus on OpenZapps.
Directus is a content management platform that gives you a simple, visual dashboard to manage all your website or app content — like pages, blog posts, images, and product info — without needing to write any code.
Not at all. Directus is designed for everyday users. The dashboard is visual and intuitive — you can start adding and editing content right away. OpenZapps handles all the technical setup for you.
You pay OpenZapps a single flat monthly fee to run Directus (and any other apps from our catalog). There are no surprise charges, no per-user fees, and no hidden costs.
Yes. When you launch Directus through OpenZapps, your app and its data run on your own private cloud space. You control who has access, and your data stays with you.
Yes! Through OpenZapps, you can connect your own custom domain so your Directus dashboard lives at your own web address.
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