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Find the best hosting solution for your business

When it comes to hosting the custom apps you've built with Claris FileMaker, determining the right hosting solution makes all the difference.

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Why your hosting choice matters.

How you host your FileMaker apps shapes performance, scalability, and control.

Each option — FileMaker Cloud, FileMaker Server, or third-party hosting — offers different advantages depending on how you want to manage infrastructure and data.

Run faster and scale confidently.

FileMaker Cloud scales automatically as your business grows. FileMaker Server and third-party hosting let you control performance based on infrastructure or service provider.

 

Keep your data protected.

All FileMaker hosting options use our enterprise-grade security. FileMaker Cloud manages updates and backups, while FileMaker Server and third-party hosting allow custom control.

Match your workflow.

Cloud hosting provides ease, automation, and anywhere access. FileMaker Server fits in-house IT managing systems and specific requirements, while third-party hosting offers expert help with setup and upkeep.

Bottom line: Your custom apps stay the same — only the hosting model varies. The option you choose determines how much you manage yourself or how much you let others do the heavy lifting for you.

Compare FileMaker hosting options.

Feature FileMaker Cloud Self-hosting with
FileMaker Server		 Third-party
FileMaker hosting
Setup Quick and easy, no hardware or OS installation Requires hardware, OS, and manual setup Managed setup with expert support
Maintenance Automatic updates and backups managed by Claris Manual updates and backups required; FileMaker Remote Backup coming soon Managed maintenance and support
Scalability Easy to scale based on business needs Determined by hardware and network capabilities Flexible scaling options
Security Enterprise-grade security, global AWS data centers Enterprise-grade security that's dependent on infrastructure and IT practices Enhanced security with expert management
Plug-ins Not supported Supported Supported
Cost Subscription-based pricing Upfront hardware, network, and ongoing maintenance costs; annual or perpetual license Subscription or service-based pricing
Ideal for Teams seeking simplicity and reliability Organizations with dedicated IT resources Businesses wanting expert management without overhead

FileMaker Cloud hosting.

Simplify deployment with Claris-managed infrastructure and automatic updates. Learn more >

  • Save time and money year over year.
  • No hardware or software installation required.
  • Enterprise-grade security with industry-standard features and global data centers.
  • Automated data backups.
  • 24/7 dedicated support available.
  • Always up to date with the latest FileMaker version.

FileMaker Server hosting.

Host on your own infrastructure for maximum control—soon available with automated off-site backups.

  • Offers your team full control over hardware, operating system (OS), and setup.
  • More flexible when your organization requires customization.
  • Strict control when requirements mandate a local hosting environment.
  • Requires dedicated resources to manage infrastructure and performance.
  • Enterprise-grade security and updates available when FileMaker software is current.

Third-party FileMaker hosting.

Working with a Claris Partner brings expert hosting management to your FileMaker solutions, giving you a balance of control and convenience.

  • FileMaker experts handle setup and regular maintenance.
  • Identify and design the best path for scaling with future growth.
  • Enterprise-grade security with consistent monitoring of your data.
  • Deploy updates and enhancements automatically as needed.
  • Deep understanding of your business to support development of additional FileMaker solutions.