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Payload is the open-source, fullstack Next.js framework, giving you instant backend superpowers. Get a full TypeScript backend and admin panel instantly. Use Payload as a headless CMS or for building powerful applications.

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Payload is an open-source fullstack Next.js framework that provides a TypeScript backend and admin panel out of the box. It can be used as a headless CMS or as a foundation for building applications.

You want a ready-made TypeScript backend and admin panel on top of Next.js without assembling the pieces yourself.

Use it to

  • Run it as a headless CMS
  • Build fullstack Next.js applications
  • Manage content with the built-in admin panel
  • Choose MongoDB or Postgres for storage
  • Expose content via REST or GraphQL

For TypeScript and Next.js developers building content-driven apps

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other
Language
TypeScript
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MIT
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4,160
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Last push
2026-09-16
Latest release
v0.4.6 · 2021-03-14
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