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Requirements

  • Any JavaScript package manager (Yarn, NPM, or pnpm - pnpm is preferred)
  • Node.js version 20.9.0+
  • Any compatible database (MongoDB, Postgres, or SQLite)

Create a new project

Payload is open-source and MIT licensed. Deploy it wherever, for free, forever. Get started with just one line:

npx create-payload-app@latest

Templates

We're constantly adding more templates to our Templates Directory. If you maintain your own template, consider adding the payload-template topic to your GitHub repository for others to find.

Hosting on Vercel

Run Payload on Vercel with a fully featured backend, enterprise-grade admin panel, and a production-ready website—all in one deployment. This template includes Neon for your database and Vercel Blob Storage for media handling, making it easy to go live.

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