A PocketBase boilerplate with Next.js, Stripe payments, and authentication to launch projects faster.
Features
- PocketBase + Next.js Full-Stack Integration — Production-ready boilerplate combining PocketBase backend with Next.js frontend, featuring SSR/CSR setup, Zustand store management, TypeScript code generation, and comprehensive error handling. Compatible with PocketBase v0.36.5.
- Complete Authentication System — OAuth-ready authentication with multiple providers, email verification, password recovery, forgot password flows, and form validation. Includes protected routes, Content Security Policy (CSP), token refresh, and cookie management for secure user sessions.
- Stripe Payment Integration — Full Stripe integration supporting one-time payments, subscription management with automatic billing cycles, free trials, billing portal access, and account management. Ready for SaaS and e-commerce monetization out of the box.
- User Account Management — Built-in user profile management with name and email updates, password changes, and account deletion capabilities. Includes basic security features like protected pages and SSR/CSR authentication guards.
- SEO & Marketing Automation — Automated sitemap generation, meta tags, robots.txt, and Open Graph tags for search engine optimization. Optional Brevo email marketing integration with automated signups and consent management, plus Google Analytics (GA4) tracking.
- Modern UI with Tailwind CSS & Shadcn/ui — Beautiful, responsive UI components with dark mode support, responsive navigation, footer, 404 page, and email forms. Built with Tailwind CSS and Shadcn/ui for a polished, professional look.
Use Cases
SaaS Product Launch
Entrepreneurs and developers building subscription-based SaaS products can leverage PocketStarter's Stripe integration, authentication system, and user management to launch their MVP in days instead of weeks. The boilerplate handles recurring billing, trials, and account management automatically. Target Audience: Solo founders, indie hackers, and startup teams building SaaS products
Rapid MVP Development
Startups and developers who need to validate ideas quickly can use PocketStarter to skip 21-31 hours of boilerplate setup. The pre-configured PocketBase + Next.js stack with authentication, payments, and SEO allows teams to focus on core product features rather than infrastructure. Target Audience: Startup teams, product managers, and developers building minimum viable products
Full-Stack Web Application with Payments
Freelancers and agencies building client projects that require user authentication, payment processing, and modern UI can use PocketStarter as a foundation. The comprehensive feature set covers common requirements like OAuth login, Stripe payments, and responsive design. Target Audience: Freelance developers, web agencies, and consultants building client projects
AI-Assisted Development Workflow
Developers using AI coding tools like Cursor and GitHub Copilot can benefit from PocketStarter's pre-configured AI rules for PocketBase development. The boilerplate is optimized for AI workflows, helping developers avoid deprecated code and follow best practices. Target Audience: Developers leveraging AI coding assistants for faster development
Pros
- Saves 21-31 hours of development time by providing a complete, production-ready boilerplate with PocketBase, Next.js, authentication, Stripe payments, and SEO pre-configured
- One-time payment of $89 with lifetime updates, making it cost-effective compared to monthly SaaS subscriptions or hiring developers for boilerplate setup
- Comprehensive feature set covering authentication (OAuth, email verification), payments (one-time, subscriptions, trials), security (CSP, protected routes), and SEO (sitemap, meta tags) out of the box
- Compatible with AI coding tools like Cursor and GitHub Copilot with pre-configured AI rules, enabling faster development and better code quality
- Well-documented with full tech stack overview, configuration guides, and quick setup instructions using simple git clone and pnpm commands
Cons
- Tied specifically to PocketBase backend and Next.js framework, limiting flexibility for teams using different tech stacks like Express, Django, or other frontend frameworks
- One-time payment of $89 may be a barrier for hobby developers or those exploring side projects with limited budgets
- Includes optional features (Brevo marketing, Google Analytics) that some users may not need, potentially adding unnecessary complexity to the codebase
- Support and updates depend on a single developer/creator, which may raise concerns about long-term maintenance and response times for critical issues
