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Directus

The Headless CMS + Backend for Every Custom Build

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About

Directus is a headless CMS and backend platform designed for developers building custom applications. It allows teams to model data visually, manage digital assets, and expose content through instant GraphQL and REST APIs on top of any SQL database. An intuitive Studio interface provides policy-based access control and a workspace that non-technical users can also navigate.

Problem

Developers need a flexible, API-first backend and CMS that can handle complex data models, digital assets, and permissions without being locked into rigid structures.

For

Developers and development teams building custom applications and digital products

How it works

Directus wraps any SQL database with a visual data modeling Studio and automatically generates GraphQL and REST APIs, along with role-based access control and asset management.

Business model

freemium

Status

launched

Company

Directus

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