Payload CMS

The most powerful TypeScript headless CMS

Payload is a headless CMS and application framework built with TypeScript. Self-hosted, code-first config, and now runs natively inside Next.js.

Panel Reviews

The Builder

Developer Perspective

Ship

“Code-first CMS that runs inside Next.js. Full TypeScript types, access control, and the admin UI is excellent.”

The Skeptic

Reality Check

Ship

“The best headless CMS for developers. Code-first configuration means version control and type safety.”

The Futurist

Big Picture

Ship

“CMS inside your Next.js app eliminates the API layer. Payload 3.0 is a paradigm shift for content management.”