Directus

Turn your database into an instant CMS and API. Non-technical team members get a beautiful admin panel, developers get powerful APIs, all without writing code. Replace Contentful and save $300-500/month.

Overview

Property	Value
Category	Database
Deployments	6
Tech Stack	Node.js, Vue.js
Tags	Data management, CMS, Headless

Features

Works with your database - Connects to any SQL database you already have
APIs in seconds - Auto-generates REST and GraphQL APIs without coding
Easy for everyone - Beautiful interface that anyone can use, no training needed
Team permissions - Control who can create, edit, or just view content
Manage all your files - Store and organize images, videos, and documents in one place
Automate workflows - Set up webhooks to trigger actions in other tools automatically
Multiple languages - Manage translations for global audiences easily
Your data, your control - 100% owned by you, export anytime, no vendor lock-in

Use Cases

Website content management - Let marketing update website content without developer help
Mobile app backend - Change app content without releasing new versions
Product information hub - Centralize product data for your website, app, and marketplaces
Digital asset library - Organize brand assets, images, and videos for your team
Multi-language sites - Manage content in multiple languages from one dashboard
Internal admin panels - Build data management tools without custom development

Quick Deploy

Deploy this template with one click on CloudStation:

https://app.cloud-station.io/template-store/directus?deploy=true

Configuration

Key environment variables for Directus:

Variable	Description
`DB_CLIENT`	Database client (postgres, mysql, etc.)
`DB_HOST`	Database host
`DB_DATABASE`	Database name
`ADMIN_EMAIL`	Initial admin email
`ADMIN_PASSWORD`	Initial admin password
`KEY`	Unique project key
`SECRET`	Secret for signing tokens

This template is maintained by CloudStation and receives regular updates.