PocketBase is an open-source backend in a single file—database, auth, file storage, and admin dashboard included.
| Variable | Description | Required |
|---|---|---|
PB_ENCRYPTION_KEY |
32-character key to encrypt sensitive settings (e.g. SMTP passwords) | No |
GOMEMLIMIT |
Memory limit to prevent OOM crashes in MB (e.g. 512, 1024) |
No |
- Access the admin panel: Visit
https://your_domain_here.railway.app/_/after deployment - Create your superuser: If you see a login screen instead of a setup page, check the Deploy Logs in Railway dashboard for a direct link to create your first admin user
