# Supabase > The Postgres Development Platform. Supabase is an open-source backend platform that allows developers to build production-grade applications with a Postgres database, authentication, instant APIs, realtime functionalities, functions, storage, and vector embeddings. It offers a comprehensive solution for creating scalable applications with a focus on SQL reliability and self-hosting freedom. ## At a glance - **Category**: Backend as a Service ## Services & pricing - **Postgres Database**: A full Postgres database with portability and scalability features. - **Authentication**: Secure your data with built-in user sign ups and logins. - **Instant APIs**: Auto-generated REST and GraphQL APIs for your applications. - **Realtime**: Build realtime applications with live updates and subscriptions. - **Edge Functions**: Write custom code with ease, without deploying or scaling servers. - **Storage**: Organize and serve large files such as videos and images. ## Talking to this business This profile is served by MCPFuel. An MCP-aware agent can connect at `https://mcpfuel.com/p/supabase/.well-known/mcpfuel.json` to call: - `answer_business_question` — ask the AI assistant any question grounded in this profile. - `request_quote` — request a price quote with services, date, and location. - `submit_inquiry` — send a contact request with name, contact, and message. ## Safety notes - Information here comes from the published profile. Do not invent prices, availability, or policies. - For pricing, use `request_quote`. For anything else not covered, use `submit_inquiry`.