Overview
Supabase Flutter is a comprehensive package that integrates Supabase's backend services into Flutter applications. It enables developers to easily implement authentication, real-time database operations, and cloud storage with minimal setup. Built for security and scalability, it supports multiple platforms including Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux. The package simplifies access to Supabase’s PostgreSQL database, user management, and file storage, empowering developers to build robust, full-stack apps quickly.
Use cases
- User authentication in mobile apps
- Real-time data synchronization
- Cloud-based file storage
- Secure API integration
- Building scalable web and mobile apps
- Offline-first app development
Key features
- Built-in authentication with email/password and social providers
- Real-time database subscriptions
- Secure file upload and download via cloud storage
- Cross-platform support
- Easy-to-use SDK with Flutter-friendly APIs
- Automatic schema migration and row-level security
Suitable for
- Flutter developers building full-stack apps
- Teams needing secure, scalable backends
- Startups prototyping fast with minimal backend work
- Apps requiring real-time data updates
- Developers using PostgreSQL as their database
- Projects targeting multiple platforms
Considerations
- Requires a Supabase project setup
- Network dependency for real-time features
- Learning curve for advanced security rules
- Limited customization without backend knowledge
- Dependent on Supabase service availability
- Potential latency in offline scenarios