What is Convex?

Convex is a fully managed backend platform designed for application developers. It offers features like real-time synchronization, automatic scaling, and database management in a single platform.

When developing a backend with Convex, you don't need to worry about server management, scaling, or database maintenance.

Core Features

Convex offers a built-in real-time database, serverless functions, and automatic file storage. Database changes are instantly propagated to all connected clients.

It provides end-to-end type safety with TypeScript and schema definitions enable automatic type inference.

Queries and Mutations

In Convex, data reading is done with query functions and data writing with mutation functions. Query functions are automatically reactive and update the client when data changes.

Instant updates with reactive queries Safe data writing with mutations Long-running operations with actions Scheduled tasks with schedule

Client Integration

Convex provides useQuery and useMutation hooks for React, Next.js, and other frameworks. Database changes are automatically reflected in the UI.

Deployment and Scaling

Convex lets you deploy your application with a single command. Use npx convex deploy to go live. Infrastructure and scaling are fully managed by Convex.