Frequently Asked Questions
This page answers the most common questions about Hostim.dev.
What is Hostim.dev?
Hostim.dev is a platform for deploying containerized applications without managing servers or Kubernetes. You can deploy from Docker images or Git repositories and add services like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and volumes.
Is there a free tier?
Yes. Managed services (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and volumes) each come with a free plan with limited resources. New users also get a free 5-day trial project. You can create as many trial projects as you want, but only one at a time. Paid app plans start at €2.5/month.
Can I use my own domain?
Yes. You can add a custom domain to any app and Hostim will provide a free SSL certificate automatically.
See: Domains and SSL
How is pricing calculated?
Pricing is based on selected plans, not on resource usage. You choose the CPU, RAM, and storage when creating an app or service.
See: Pricing Model
Is traffic billed?
No. Ingress (incoming) traffic is included at no additional cost.
Can services talk to each other?
Yes. Apps and services inside the same project can communicate over a private internal network.
See: Internal Routing
Do apps restart automatically after crashes?
Yes. Hostim monitors your app containers and will automatically restart them if they stop unexpectedly.
What happens when I delete a service?
Deleting a service (like a database or volume) will permanently remove the data associated with it. Be sure to back up any important data first.
Is there an API or CLI?
An API and CLI are planned for future releases. If you're interested in early access or beta testing, reach out using the support widget in the console.
How can I manage GitHub access for deployments?
If you've connected your GitHub account to deploy from private repositories, you can manage or revoke that access anytime via your GitHub settings:
- Visit GitHub Authorized OAuth Apps.
- Under Authorized OAuth Apps, find Hostim.dev.
- Click the app to:
- View which repositories you've granted access to.
- Grant access to additional repositories.
- Revoke access entirely (you'll need to reconnect later if you do this).
If you want to switch from limited repo access to full access (or vice versa), revoke and reconnect using the deployment interface in Hostim.dev.
Where are the servers located?
You can choose the region when creating a project. Pricing and performance may vary between regions.
Need more help? Use the support widget in the console.