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CloudBoost
Self-hosted backend platform combining data, realtime, and search
CloudBoost is a complete backend-as-a-service platform offering data storage, realtime sync, full-text search, user authentication, and ACLs with 100% data ownership.
Overview
Complete Backend Platform with Full Data Control
CloudBoost is a self-hosted backend-as-a-service (BaaS) platform designed for developers who need Parse, Firebase, Algolia, and Iron.io capabilities in a single solution. Built on MongoDB and Redis, it delivers JSON storage, BLOB handling, realtime synchronization, full-text search, user authentication, and granular access control lists—all while ensuring 100% data ownership.
Flexible Deployment Options
Deploy CloudBoost anywhere using Docker Compose for one-command setup on local machines, AWS, Azure, DigitalOcean, or bare metal. The platform includes a JavaScript SDK with support for Node.js, browser environments, and modern module bundlers (ES6/TypeScript). Developers initialize apps via REST API, create tables for structured data, and integrate using a straightforward SDK that mirrors familiar BaaS patterns.
Ideal for Teams Prioritizing Control
While a managed service exists for teams preferring hands-off operations, self-hosted CloudBoost suits organizations requiring infrastructure control, custom scaling policies, or regulatory compliance. Operators manage MongoDB/Redis clusters, handle updates, and configure auto-scaling, making it best suited for teams with DevOps resources.
Highlights
Unified platform combining data storage, realtime sync, search, and authentication
100% data ownership with self-hosted deployment on any infrastructure
Docker Compose setup for rapid deployment across cloud providers
JavaScript SDK with ES6/TypeScript support and familiar BaaS API patterns
Pros
- Complete backend stack eliminates need for multiple third-party services
- Full control over data location, backups, and infrastructure configuration
- Docker-based deployment simplifies installation and environment consistency
- Apache 2.0 license permits modification and commercial use
Considerations
- Requires managing MongoDB and Redis clusters including replication and sharding
- Operators responsible for security patches, updates, and monitoring
- Limited to JavaScript SDK; no native mobile SDKs mentioned
- Self-hosted setup demands DevOps expertise for production reliability
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Fit guide
Great for
- Teams requiring data sovereignty or compliance with strict data residency rules
- Organizations wanting Parse/Firebase functionality without vendor lock-in
- Developers comfortable managing MongoDB/Redis infrastructure at scale
- Projects needing combined realtime, search, and storage in one platform
Not ideal when
- Teams lacking DevOps resources to maintain database clusters and updates
- Projects requiring native iOS/Android SDKs beyond JavaScript
- Startups prioritizing rapid launch over infrastructure control
- Use cases demanding enterprise support SLAs without self-management
How teams use it
Collaborative SaaS Application
Build realtime document editing with user authentication, granular ACLs, and full-text search while maintaining complete data ownership on private infrastructure.
Regulated Healthcare Platform
Deploy HIPAA-compliant backend on dedicated servers with encrypted storage, audit logs, and control over all patient data without third-party cloud dependencies.
Multi-Tenant IoT Dashboard
Store device telemetry in JSON format, sync realtime updates to web clients, and search historical data across tenants using a single self-hosted backend.
Internal Enterprise Tool
Rapidly prototype employee-facing apps with authentication and structured data storage on on-premises infrastructure without external service contracts.
Tech snapshot
JavaScript75%
CSS11%
HTML7%
EJS6%
SCSS2%
Dockerfile1%
Frequently asked questions
What databases does CloudBoost require?
CloudBoost requires MongoDB 3.4+ and Redis 3.0+ to run. You are responsible for managing replication, sharding, backups, and uptime of these databases.
Can I use CloudBoost without Docker?
Yes. Install MongoDB and Redis, clone the repository, run npm install, configure cloudboost.json and smtp.json in the config folder, then start with node server.js.
How do I enable HTTPS?
Place your cert.crt certificate file and key.key private key in the config folder. CloudBoost will automatically enable HTTPS on startup.
Is there a managed hosting option?
Yes. CloudBoost offers a managed service at cloudboost.io for teams who prefer not to manage infrastructure, updates, and scaling themselves.
What SDKs are available?
CloudBoost provides a JavaScript SDK installable via npm or Bower, with support for Node.js, browsers, ES6/ES7, TypeScript, and module bundlers like RequireJS.
Project at a glance
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LicenseApache-2.0
Repo age9 years old
Last commit2 days ago
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