Deploy your PlanetScale app to Render
Step-by-step deployment help for PlanetScale apps on Render. We fix PlanetScale-specific deployment issues, configure Render, and get your app live. From $19.
PlanetScale issues we fix before deploying
Common PlanetScale problems that affect Render deployments.
Foreign key constraint workarounds
PlanetScale doesn't support traditional foreign keys. AI-generated code creates them anyway, causing deployment failures, or skips referential integrity entirely.
Connection string exposure
PlanetScale database URLs with credentials committed to source control or embedded in client-side code.
Missing connection pooling
Serverless functions opening new connections on every invocation instead of using PlanetScale's connection pooling or @planetscale/database driver.
No branch workflow for schema changes
Schema changes deployed directly to the main branch without using PlanetScale's deploy request workflow, risking production data.
Render deployment issues we check for
Common Render problems that break PlanetScale apps in production.
Free tier services spin down after 15 minutes
Render's free web services sleep after inactivity, causing 30-50 second cold starts that break webhook integrations and frustrate users.
Build command not set for monorepo projects
AI-generated monorepos lack a root directory or build filter configuration, causing Render to build from the wrong directory or skip the project entirely.
Persistent disk not attached for file uploads
User-uploaded files disappear on redeploy because AI tools write to the ephemeral filesystem instead of attaching a Render persistent disk.
Environment groups not linked across services
Database URLs and shared secrets are duplicated across services instead of using Render environment groups, leading to configuration drift.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your PlanetScale project before deploying to Render.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
How do I deploy a PlanetScale app to Render?
We handle PlanetScale deployments to Render end to end. Start with our code audit ($19) to identify deployment blockers specific to your PlanetScale project, then we configure Render, fix issues, and get your app live in production.
What PlanetScale issues affect Render deployments?
PlanetScale projects commonly have foreign key constraint workarounds and connection string exposure. On Render, these combine with free tier services spin down after 15 minutes and build command not set for monorepo projects to cause deployment failures.
Can SpringCode deploy my PlanetScale project to Render?
Yes. We specialize in deploying PlanetScale applications to Render. We audit your codebase for PlanetScale-specific issues, configure Render correctly, and handle the full deployment so your app runs reliably in production.
What does PlanetScale deployment to Render cost?
Our code audit ($19) identifies all Render deployment blockers in your PlanetScale project. Full deployment assistance is scoped with a fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing or surprise charges.
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