Directus

Directus serves as a comprehensive headless CMS solution that bridges the gap between complex database structures and user-friendly content management, providing developers with complete API flexibility while offering content creators an intuitive interface for managing digital assets and structured data. Unlike traditional CMS platforms that lock you into specific architectures, Directus provides complete data ownership and vendor independence while delivering enterprise-grade features for modern content-driven applications.

Common Use Cases

Frontend developers use Directus to power modern web applications, mobile apps, and static sites by consuming auto-generated REST and GraphQL APIs that provide flexible content access across multiple channels. Digital agencies leverage it for client projects that require custom content models, multi-site management, and collaborative editing workflows with granular permission controls. E-commerce platforms utilize it for product catalogs, inventory management, and content localization across international markets with real-time synchronization capabilities. Enterprise teams deploy it as a central content hub for managing marketing materials, documentation, and digital assets that need to be distributed across multiple applications and touchpoints.

Key Features

• Auto-generated REST and GraphQL APIs with real-time subscriptions
• Intuitive admin interface for non-technical content creators
• Flexible data modeling with custom fields and complex relationships
• Role-based permissions with granular access controls
• Multi-language content support with localization features
• Digital asset management with image processing and optimization
• Custom workflows and automation with event hooks
• Version control and content revision history
• SDK support for popular programming languages and frameworks
• Extensible architecture with custom extensions and modules
• Database agnostic with support for MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite
• SSO integration with popular authentication providers

Why deploy Directus on Hostinger VPS

Deploying Directus on Hostinger VPS provides dedicated computational resources essential for handling complex API queries, real-time subscriptions, and concurrent content editing operations while ensuring consistent performance for content-heavy applications. The VPS environment offers complete control over database configuration, file storage optimization, and caching strategies while maintaining data sovereignty and customization flexibility. Self-hosting eliminates API rate limits and usage restrictions common in hosted CMS solutions, enables unlimited content storage and bandwidth, and provides full control over security policies and compliance requirements. The dedicated infrastructure supports the background processing needs for image optimization, webhook delivery, and automated workflows while ensuring reliable availability for teams that depend on centralized content management.