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Userbase by Daniel Vassallo
Open-source, end-to-end encrypted backend for building secure web apps without a server.
Indie alternative to:Firebase
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Open-source, end-to-end encrypted backend for building secure web apps without a server. Userbase is a developer tools product built by indie maker Daniel Vassallo.
- Status
- Active
- Launched
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- Category
- Developer Tools
- Website
- userbase.com
Userbase revenue
Userbase has a verified revenue page on TrustMRR, which reads revenue directly from the payment provider: See live revenue on TrustMRR ↗
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Userbase FAQ
What is Userbase?
Userbase is a developer tools product: Open-source, end-to-end encrypted backend for building secure web apps without a server.
Who made Userbase?
Userbase was made by Daniel Vassallo, Ex-Amazon engineer who popularized the small bets portfolio approach. Daniel Vassallo has also built Small Bets, Single Server, Full Send.
Is Userbase still active?
Yes. As far as IndieMakerList knows, Userbase is still active and run by Daniel Vassallo at userbase.com.
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