Real-time sync for modern apps
InstantDB is the engine that makes your apps feel alive. When someone adds a comment or edits a document, everyone sees it instantly — no refreshing required. It handles the hard parts of building collaborative apps so you can focus on what makes your product great.
What makes InstantDB worth launching.
When someone makes a change, everyone sees it instantly — no page refreshes, no polling, no waiting.
Keep using the app even without an internet connection. Your changes sync automatically when you reconnect.
User accounts, file uploads, and permissions come ready to use — no need to build them from scratch.
Know which teammates are viewing the same screen, with live presence indicators like cursors and activity status.
Every query is automatically shared — you get collaborative features without writing extra code.
Connect related data naturally — like linking a comment to the user who wrote it — with simple, readable queries.
If you fit one of these, InstantDB is probably built for you.
Practical scenarios where InstantDB makes a real difference.
Give your users instant messaging with live updates — every message appears the moment it's sent, on every device.
Let multiple people edit the same document, spreadsheet, or project board at the same time without conflicts.
Create dashboards and analytics panels that update automatically as new data comes in — no manual refresh needed.
Power simple multiplayer games and interactive experiences where every player's move is seen in real-time.
InstantDB is a real-time data platform that powers the kind of seamless, collaborative experiences you expect from modern apps. Think of it as the invisible layer that makes sure when two people are working on the same project, they see each other's changes instantly — no lag, no refresh button, no confusion. It also keeps your app working smoothly even when the internet connection gets spotty, syncing everything back in order once you're back online. Built by the same folks behind Firebase and backed by Y Combinator, InstantDB handles real-time sync, authentication, file storage, and permissions right out of the box. Whether you're building a collaborative to-do list, a team dashboard, or a live multiplayer experience, InstantDB gives your app superpowers without needing a team of backend engineers.
InstantDB is the modern way to add real-time, collaborative features to any app. Instead of stitching together databases, sync engines, and authentication systems yourself, you get everything working together from day one. It's trusted by thousands of developers and backed by top investors like Y Combinator and OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman. Whether you're a solo maker building your first app or a small team shipping a new product, InstantDB handles the backend complexity so you can focus on creating experiences your users will love.
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 InstantDB 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 InstantDB on OpenZapps.
InstantDB is a real-time data platform that powers collaborative features in apps — like live chat, shared editing, and instant updates when someone makes a change. Think of it as the behind-the-scenes engine that makes apps feel fast and connected.
Not at all. OpenZapps handles everything it takes to get InstantDB up and running. Once it's live, you can use the built-in dashboard to manage your apps and data without touching any code.
You pay OpenZapps a flat monthly fee to run InstantDB (and any other apps from our catalog). There are no surprise charges based on how much data you sync or how many users connect.
Yes. When you launch InstantDB through OpenZapps, it runs on your own private cloud space. Your data stays yours — OpenZapps doesn't access, sell, or share it.
Absolutely. OpenZapps lets you connect a custom domain to your InstantDB dashboard and any apps you build on top of it.
Try something new — same platform, same flat price.
Start free, launch InstantDB in seconds, and cancel whenever you want — zero risk.
Plans start at $29/month. Cancel anytime.
