Payload
LaunchedAn open-source headless CMS and application framework built on Next.js.
About Payload
Payload is an open-source headless CMS and application framework written in TypeScript. It installs into a Next.js app, generates an admin panel and REST and GraphQL APIs from a config file, and stores content in PostgreSQL, SQLite or MongoDB. Access control, authentication, file uploads and versioning are built in.
Payload in brief
What is Payload?
Payload is an open-source headless CMS and application framework written in TypeScript.
Is Payload launched yet?
Yes. Payload is launched and generally available.
Where can I try Payload?
Payload is live at payloadcms.com.
Is Payload open source?
Payload has a public repository at github.com/payloadcms/payload. Check the licence file there, since a public repository is not always an open source licence.
What kind of tool is Payload?
Payload is listed under Frameworks and Open Source on TeaserTrack.
What are the alternatives to Payload?
Astro, Hono and Tailwind CSS are listed in the same space on TeaserTrack, each with its own status and launch date.
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