Payload

TypeScript-native headless CMS and application framework. We build Payload applications for Next.js projects needing a self-hosted CMS with type-safe configuration and built-in authentication.

Overview

Payload Technology Overview

Payload is a TypeScript-native headless CMS and application framework — configuration defined in TypeScript, collection schemas are type-safe, and the admin interface is generated automatically from your configuration. Unlike Strapi or Contentful, Payload lives in your Next.js monorepo and runs in the same Node.js process, eliminating the separate CMS server overhead.

Payload's authentication, access control, and field types make it suitable not just as a CMS but as a complete application backend — handling users, permissions, and data management in a single self-hosted system.

Challenges

Payload Challenges Solved

01

CMS Configuration in TypeScript

Payload's TypeScript configuration provides type safety for collection schemas, field types, and access control rules — catching misconfigurations at compile time.

02

Self-Hosted With No SaaS Dependency

Payload runs on your infrastructure — no per-seat pricing, no content operation limits, no third-party dependency for your content data.

03

Next.js Monorepo Integration

Payload v3 integrates directly into Next.js App Router, sharing the same Next.js server process — reducing infrastructure complexity significantly.

Our Features

Key Features

TypeScript-native configuration

Next.js App Router integration

Built-in authentication

Flexible access control

REST and GraphQL APIs

Local file or S3 media storage

PostgreSQL or MongoDB backend

10+ Years

Industry Experience

100+ Clients

Client Satisfaction

200+ Project

We Have Delivered

30+ Industries

Industries Served
who we are

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We believe in quality

We believe in quality, combining AI-powered insights with web design, development, and eCommerce services to deliver seamless performance, engaging experiences, and scalable solutions that drive sustainable business growth.

We drive positive change

We drive positive change through innovative web design, development, and eCommerce services, creating impactful digital experiences that empower businesses, enhance engagement, and accelerate sustainable growth.

We are rational together

We are rational together, combining strategic thinking, data-driven decisions, and collaborative innovation to deliver smart, efficient digital solutions that drive meaningful results and sustainable business growth.

The Way We Work

We combine innovation, expertise, and collaboration to deliver tailored solutions that help businesses achieve their goals. Our structured approach ensures quality, transparency, and measurable results at every stage.

Step 01

Discover

Understand your business needs, goals, and challenges.

Step 02

Plan

Create a customized strategy and project roadmap.

Step 03

Design

Develop user-focused and innovative solution concepts.

Step 04

Build

Implement and develop the solution using best practices.

Step 05

Test

Ensure quality, performance, and reliability through rigorous testing.

Step 06

Deploy

Launch the solution smoothly and efficiently. Test, validate, and go live with confidence. Deliver a stable user experience.

Step 07

Maintain

Provide ongoing maintenance, optimization, and growth support.

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Projects We've Delivered

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What Our Clients Say About Us

Our clients' success is our greatest achievement. Read genuine feedback from businesses that trust Akshar Soft Solutions for innovative IT services and reliable digital solutions.

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Adam Harris

CEO
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"Working with Aksharsoft Solutions has been a great experience. Impressive skills, professionalism and a genuine commitment to getting the job done right. They have a remarkable ability to take a complex idea and turn it into a reality. It's rare to find a team that works this quickly and effectively while still making you feel completely in the loop. I can't recommend them highly enough, in fact, I work with Aksharsoft on many continual projects and they always have a solution to my problems. If you're looking for a web development team that treats your project like their own and consistently delivers top-notch results, look no further."

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“Malay is a highly skilled web developer. He has been involved in our platform from the beginning and is part of our success. He works fast and is very clear in his communication. We continue to work with Malay and are very satisfied.”

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Jamie Cox

CO-FOUNDER & CEO
CNC Group

“We have worked with many web developers in our time but we have never worked with a web designer who is as efficient, intelligent and able to deliver exactly what we ask for within an incredible time-frame as Malay." "Malay has developed more than one website for us, the main website he developed exceeded our expectations and does more than we ever thought imaginable, if we’ve ever had an issue Malay has been able to resolve it incredibly quick for us, I would recommend Malay to anyone and will continue to do so.”

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Nico Huck

“I started Working with Malay since 2018. He is the most reliable developer I ever met. He is honest and he made a lot of project work really fast. I also worked with him with bigger development team. He has also project management skills as well. He also has a deep understanding in the project workflow and can imagine in business models, thats why I appreciate to work with him close with the clients. Without him, my business were not able to grow such fast.”

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ESSENTH

“Malay has a deep knowledge of the computer world and its languages. He is one of those people who has a perfect balance between ability and commitment, managing to design creative and successful customizations. His patience and dedication to his work convert him into an ally of any project. We are pleased to have met him on this journey ...”

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Mikkel Grønne

“Akshar Soft Solutions is the team you want to work with – honest, reliable and hard-working. They treat your project like it’s their own and they treat their clients like family. It has been a true pleasure working with Akshar Soft Solutions to scale my business and I look forward to many more prosperous years.”

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FAQs

Common Questions About This Technology

01. How is Payload different from Strapi?
Payload is TypeScript-native (configuration is TypeScript, not JSON or YAML), integrates into Next.js directly in v3, and has a more opinionated approach to authentication and access control. Strapi has a larger plugin ecosystem and has been in production longer. We use Payload for TypeScript-heavy Next.js projects where CMS and application logic integration is tight.
02. Is Payload suitable for non-technical content editors?
Yes — Payload generates an admin interface from your collection configuration that non-technical editors can use for content management. The admin UI is customisable with custom field components built in React.
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