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Payload is the open-source, fullstack Next.js framework, giving you instant backend superpowers. Get a full TypeScript backend and admin panel instantly. Use Payload as a headless CMS or for building powerful applications.

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payloadcms/payload is engineered as a server, cloud service, or developer package. It is primarily deployed via Docker containers or package managers rather than a single desktop executable.

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