Hostim.dev

About Hostim.dev

Hostim.dev is a developer-centric, bare-metal Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) designed to eliminate the complexity of modern cloud infrastructure. It provides a powerful yet simple platform for launching containerized applications directly from Docker images, Git repositories, or full Docker Compose files in minutes. The core mission is to let developers focus on building their applications, not managing servers, YAML files, or intricate service wiring. It automatically provisions and connects essential services like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent storage, while handling networking, HTTPS, and security isolation out of the box. Built for the mobile-first developer, every project runs in its own isolated environment with transparent, per-project hourly billing. With GDPR-compliant hosting on bare-metal servers in Germany, Hostim.dev offers a compelling alternative to large, complex US cloud providers, delivering predictability, control, and simplicity for freelancers, startups, agencies, and SaaS builders who value a clean, straightforward deployment experience.

Features of Hostim.dev

Simple Docker, Git, and Compose Deployment

Deploy your application stack instantly without any rewrites. Simply paste your existing Docker Compose file, push to a connected Git repository, or specify a Docker image. The platform handles the rest, translating your setup into a running application within minutes. This approach requires zero knowledge of Kubernetes YAML or complex orchestration tools, making the path from local development to live deployment seamless and fast.

Built-in Managed Databases & Persistent Volumes

Provision production-ready MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis databases with a single click. These services are instantly available and automatically pre-wired to your application containers via environment variables, eliminating manual connection string configuration. Persistent volumes for file storage are included and managed similarly, ensuring your application data survives container restarts and updates without any extra DevOps effort.

Transparent Scaling and Per-Project Cost Tracking

Scale your application resources directly from the intuitive web UI. Adjust CPU, RAM, or the number of container replicas with zero downtime. Every project is isolated in its own namespace with clear, predictable pricing starting from €2.5/month. You get precise, hourly cost tracking per project, which is ideal for client work or managing multiple products, ensuring there are no surprise bills from hidden usage fees.

Secure EU Bare-Metal Hosting

Your applications run on dedicated bare-metal servers in Germany, ensuring high performance and full GDPR compliance by default. Security is built-in: each project is isolated, all traffic is served over automatic HTTPS, and you get secure SSH access via a Bastion container. Real-time application logs and metrics are provided out of the box, giving you full visibility without needing extra monitoring tools.

Use Cases of Hostim.dev

Freelancers and Solo Developers

Ship client projects or personal apps rapidly without becoming a full-time sysadmin. Hostim.dev allows you to deploy from your existing Docker setup in minutes. The per-project billing model creates clean, separate cost structures for each client, making invoicing straightforward. You can hand over a fully managed project environment to a client without any server management overhead on their end.

Digital Agencies and Studios

Manage multiple client projects with clear isolation and cost control. Each client's application runs in a separate project with its own dedicated resources and cost tracking. This provides a transparent cost breakdown for billing and prevents resources from one project affecting another. The EU hosting is a key benefit for serving European clients with strict data sovereignty requirements.

Startups and SaaS Builders

Launch and iterate on your product quickly with a predictable infrastructure cost. Start simple with the built-in databases and scale CPU/RAM as your user base grows, all from a simple interface. The platform's simplicity allows small teams to maintain production deployments without a dedicated DevOps role, while the bare-metal performance in the EU ensures a fast experience for your users.

Students and Learners

Gain hands-on experience with real-world deployment concepts using Docker, databases, and persistent storage. The free 5-day trial and student credits allow you to learn by doing, deploying portfolio projects that demonstrate real, live applications. You learn modern containerized deployment workflows without the intimidating complexity and high costs of major cloud platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the free tier include?

The platform offers a comprehensive 5-day free trial for a full project with no credit card required. Beyond the trial, core services like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent volumes have permanently free tiers with generous limits, allowing you to run small applications or prototypes at no cost. You only pay for the compute resources (CPU/RAM) your application containers use.

Can I deploy with just a Docker Compose file?

Absolutely. Hostim.dev is built to accept your standard Docker Compose file directly with zero rewrites. You can paste your docker-compose.yml content into the dashboard, and the platform will parse it, provision the defined services, volumes, and networks, and deploy your entire stack live in minutes.

Where is my app hosted?

All applications and data are hosted exclusively on bare-metal servers in secure, GDPR-compliant data centers in Germany. This provides high performance, data sovereignty for European users, and an infrastructure that is not shared with the large, complex US cloud ecosystems.

Do I need to know Kubernetes?

No, you do not need to know Kubernetes or write any YAML. Hostim.dev uses Kubernetes under the hood to provide robust isolation and orchestration, but it abstracts all that complexity away through its simple UI and Docker Compose/Git-based workflows. You get the benefits of container orchestration without the learning curve.

Pricing of Hostim.dev

Hostim.dev operates on a simple, flat, and predictable pricing model. Application hosting starts from just €2.5 per month. You are billed per project based on the compute resources (vCPU and RAM) you allocate to your containers, with hourly billing for precise cost tracking. Crucially, managed services like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent volumes include free tiers, so you only pay for what you use beyond those generous allowances. There are no hidden usage-based fees for bandwidth, API calls, or other typical cloud surprises, making budgeting and cost management straightforward.